Category: Dual Diagnosis

Explore the complexities of dual diagnosis, where mental health disorders and substance abuse intersect. Learn about specialized treatment plans and holistic approaches for effective management.

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Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD)

It’s becoming the norm to discuss post-traumatic stress disorder PTSD. For several years, it was mostly diagnosed only to soldiers coming home from war, but

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PTSD and Addiction

Individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are more susceptible to developing a drug addiction. Studies have shown a 50% prevalence of substance use disorder (SUD)

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Benefits of Dual Diagnosis Treatment

Many patients struggling with a substance use disorder (SUD) often have another underlying mental health disorder. Dealing with a drug or alcohol problem and a

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Depression

Risks of Mixing Marijuana and Antidepressants

Given the amount of attention around medicinal marijuana’s potential benefits, it’s tempting to assume that this substance is safer than others.  Marijuana, however, carries several

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Dangers of Self Medicating

According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, an estimated 9.2% and 11.1% of the population was affected by mood and anxiety disorders.  They also