Co-occurring Disorders
Dual Diagnosis vs Co-Occurring Disorders: How Do They Compare?
Do you know the difference between dual diagnosis vs co-occurring disorders? While they may seem the same, each is unique in how they play a role in a person diagnosed with one or the other. Defining Dual Diagnosis vs Co-Occurring Disorders A dual diagnosis and a co-occurring disorder are synonymous terms, but the two also…
Read MoreLuxury Treatment Center for Co-Occurring Mental Disorders
Substance use disorder affects an estimated 59 million Americans and countless families. Studies also show, about half the people struggling with a mental health disorder also have a substance use disorder. Yet, despite how pervasive and overwhelming it can be, both are ultimately treatable. However, treatment is not always readily available. Only an estimated 18.5 percent…
Read MoreHow Narcissism and Alcoholism Are Connected
Narcissism is a personality trait sometimes associated with overwhelming selfishness, and sometimes linked to a diagnosable personality disorder called Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). While most mental health diagnoses are often linked with a risk of drug use (called co-occurring disorders), narcissism and alcoholism, in particular, may have a stronger than average link, whether as a personality trait…
Read MoreUsing Integrated Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders
Co-occurring disorders are a common problem in psychiatric circles – up to 45 percent of people diagnosed with a psychiatric condition have at least one co-morbid condition, with substance use disorder being by far the most common second condition, especially for anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, borderline personality disorder, and antisocial personality disorder. Treating these…
Read MoreHow Co-Occurring Mental Illness and Substance Abuse Interlink
The link between a co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse is incredibly strong. Surveys show that about half of all people with a severe mental health disorder are also struggling with a substance use disorder. Furthermore, well over a third of people addicted to alcohol and well over half of people addicted to drugs have at least one other…
Read MoreThe Most Common Co-Occurring Disorders
Excessive drug use and alcohol use commonly coincide with other mental health issues, such as some of the most common co-occurring disorders. Whether one came before the other is a case-by-case matter – sometimes, the onset for a mental health problem is after the addiction began; in other cases, the problem is what led to…
Read MoreThe Connection Between Substance Abuse and Mental Health
The connection between substance abuse and mental health issues can be attributed to shared risk factors, as well as the effect that either can have on the other. Substance abuse can increase the risk of a mental health issue, and vice versa. Understanding this connection is important because it plays a role in both diagnosis…
Read MoreHow to Break the Cycle of Depression and Alcoholism
Do you or a loved one struggle with depression and alcoholism? Depression and alcoholism are two of the most common mental health disorders in America. They often go hand-in-hand, with alcohol serving as an escape for those who struggle with depression. But what many people don’t realize is that there is hope! With the right…
Read MoreWhat are Co-occurring Disorders?
Co-occurring disorders are described as mental health disorders that co-occur with a substance use disorder or substance addiction. Addiction is one of the greatest risk factors for a mental health disorder, and vice versa. About a third of all people with a diagnosed mental illness, and half of the people diagnosed with a severe mental…
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