Crack Addiction and Abuse Addiction - Transformations Treatment Center. Last Update: August 4, 2020 Crack is a variant of cocaine and the most dangerous kind. It’s a strong central nervous system stimulant and is made differently from cocaine. Here is all about crack cocaine – how it’s made, its history, and what you need to know about addiction statistics, treatment, and recovery. If you or someone you love has an addiction to crack cocaine or any type of drug, we help you get back on track to a sober lifestyle. Our customized treatment options at Transformations Treatment Center ensures that you get a plan that is distinctly you. Crack: Its History and How It’s Made Crack first showed up in the United States in the early 80s – even as early as 1980 itself. This is due in part to the major amounts of cocaine pouring into the United States, causing a surplus. According to Drug Free World: The biggest surge in the use of the drug occurred during the “crack epidemic,” between 1984 and 1990, when the drug spread across American cities.
Crack Cocaine Statistics.