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Cocaine: Decision Balance
- By Cancer Prevention Research Center
- Published 12/29/2005
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Cancer Prevention Research Center
The primary mission of CPRC - the Cancer Prevention Research Center - is to enhance the quality and quantity of life through prevention of cancer, other chronic diseases and premature death.
View all articles by Cancer Prevention Research CenterThe following statements represent different opinions about cocaine. Please rate HOW IMPORTANT each statement is to you in deciding whether or not to use cocaine according to the following 5 point scale with 5 = Extremely important and 1 = Not important.
5 = Not Important
4 = A little bit important
3 = Somewhat important
2 = Quite important
1 = Extremely Important
1. I feel better about myself while using cocaine.
2. Cocaine makes me feel more confident and sociable.
3. I am more fun to be with when I use cocaine.
4. My cocaine use has led me to act irresponsibly.
5. I feel more confident when I use cocaine.
6. When using cocaine I fail to keep up with bills.
7. Cocaine helps me relieve tension.
8. As I became more involved with cocaine, I pulled away from people I was once close to.
9. When using cocaine, I borrow money which I fail to pay back.
10. Cocaine gives me that extra boost of energy.
11. Buying cocaine has contributed to my experiencing some financial strain.
12. I experience sleep problems when I use cocaine.
References
Prochaska, J. O., W. F. Velicer, et al. (1994). "Stages of change and decisional balance for 12 problem behaviors." Health Psychology 13: 39-46.



