There are approximately 21 million people living in the United States with a substance abuse problem. 8 million of them also have a mental health issue. This is known as a co-occurring disorder or dual diagnosis. How are the two disorders connected and how does it affect treatment options? Here are some answers. Which Came First The...
How many times have you heard someone – or have you even – said the phrase “that’s crazy” in the context of a conversation? How many times have you watched a television show where mental illness was utilized as a plot device to make a character seem unlikable or “bad.” Now, think about how many...
Mental health has been a hot topic over the past few years. As traumatic events keep piling up week after week, it’s caused people to stop and say, hey, what is going on here? We see progress when it comes to discussions on social media. What we’re not seeing is progress in treatment and the endless...
Mental health has been a hot topic over the past few years. As traumatic events keep piling up week after week it’s caused people to stop and say, hey, what is really going on here? We are seeing progress when it comes to how it is discussed in public. What we’re not seeing is progress in...
It’s easy to look at someone else’s life and think that they have it all, especially when said people are the celebrities that our culture looks up to. Whether it’s good looks, wealth, tons of friends, or even just fame itself, celebrities are the last people you’d think would struggle with mental illness or substance abuse. The...
In the past, treatment for substance addiction was kept separate from the treatment of mental health disorders. Care was provided at different treatment facilities, and very distinct approaches were used for each condition. As a result, many individuals who suffered from both an addiction and a psychiatric condition never received the appropriate treatment for both...
You might be wondering why mental illness should be considered in substance abuse therapy but truth be told, mental illness is a very real problem in the United States. In fact, studies suggest that as many as 50 million adults in the U.S. have some type of mental illness and research indicates that drug and...
