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National Institute on Drug Abuse
Therapy Manuals for Drug Addiction
 
  A Cognitive-Behavioral Approach: Treating Cocaine Addiction
 		 

Exhibit 7: Cocaine Refusal Skills
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Tips for responding to offers of cocaine:

  • Say no first.
  • Make direct eye contact.
  • Ask the person to stop offering cocaine.
  • Don't be afraid to set limits.
  • Don't leave the door open to future offers (e.g., not today).
  • Remember the difference between assertive, passive, and aggressive responses


People who might offer me cocaineWhat I'll say to them
A friend I used to use with: 
A coworker: 
At a party: 
  
  
  
  
  

Adapted from Monti et al. 1989.

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