How common is alcoholism? Alcohol addiction? 28.9 million people ages 12 and older (10.2% in this age group) had Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) in the……
Work-related pressure can make life very stressful for working professionals—especially those with demanding jobs. In fact, there is a high rate of addiction among this……
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an effective form of psychotherapy used in addiction treatment, especially when a trauma has been experienced. In……
What is Dual Diagnosis? According to NAMI, dual diagnosis (also referred to as a co-occurring disorder) is a term used when someone experiences any combination……
The fact is that drug and alcohol use remains high in our society. As a result, substance misuse—or addiction—also remains high. As a society, there……
What is an Eating Disorder? The American Psychiatric Association (APA) explains that “Eating disorders are behavioral conditions characterized by severe and persistent disturbance in eating……
Fentanyl is a highly addictive opioid drug, and its use can leave lasting adverse health effects. The effects of fentanyl on the brain can be……
For those individuals struggling with a substance use disorder (SUD), it affects every aspect of their lives. Addiction to drugs or alcohol is often accompanied……
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WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO HAVE A CO-OCCURRING DISORDER? The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) defines co-occurring disorders as the “coexistence of……
