Over a period of 55 years, a British woman sniffed large amounts of cocaine, which she obtained legally under British regulations for the treatment of addicts. She appeared to show no negative effects, other than drug dependence. What does this case tell us about the dangers/safety of cocaine?

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This case study cannot be used to draw any definitive conclusions about the safety of cocaine. It only shows that one individual was able to use cocaine for a long period of time without showing any negative effects other than drug dependence. It does not provide evidence that cocaine is safe or that it should be legalized.

Over a Period of 55 Years, a British Woman Sniffed