High-school senior, Connor, has shown a troubling pattern of cocaine use over the past year and his grades have suffered tremendously.He has withdrawn from friends and family, has continued to use the cocaine in dangerous situations (such as when he is driving), and he spends a great deal of time trying to find ways to buy more cocaine.The most likely diagnosis for Connor is:

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Connor's symptoms align with cocaine use disorder, which includes a pattern of cocaine use leading to significant impairment or distress, as evidenced by his continued use despite negative consequences, withdrawal from social activities, and risky behavior.

High-School Senior, Connor, Has Shown a Troubling Pattern of Cocaine