Understanding Depression : Mental Health Awareness : Depression is a mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, low mood and general loss of interest. It affects how you feel, think and behave, and can lead to a variety of emotional problems. It can cause significant impairment in daily life, and in extreme cases can […]
A Deeper Look Into Dual Diagnosis People with dual diagnosis have both- an underlying or co-occurring mental illness, as well as a drug or alcohol use disorder. The link between mental illness and substance use has always been a complex issue. Although, substance use can change the chemical balance in the brain leading to mental health
Mental Health 101: Understanding Anxiety Disorders Mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety, appear to be taking a foothold in our society. It is estimated that around 275 million people suffer from anxiety disorders, and anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the USA. Anxiety is a normal emotion. It is your
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The Link Between Depression and Addiction Depression and addiction are two interconnected mental health conditions that often co-occur. Depression is a mental illness that affects millions of people worldwide, and it frequently accompanies substance use disorders. This comorbidity is known as a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder. It’s widely accepted that there is a link between mental health issues and substance abuse. The U.S Department of Health states
Cocaine use has been on the rise in recent years, and it is estimated that there are around 24.6 million cocaine users worldwide. Once only associated with the wealthy, powered cocaine has crept into the pub scene in a big way and has almost become as commonplace as drinking alcohol in some areas. Hospital admissions