How to Help Someone with Drug Addiction and Depression
If you intend to someone with addiction and depression, it’s important to approach the situation with compassion, understanding, and patience. It can be difficult to open up about addiction and depression, so it’s important to give them a safe space to talk without judgment. Try not to let your own anxiety or worry lead you […]
Dual Diagnosis Treatment Programs
Alcohol and drug treatment programs can offer the best chance at recovery for those suffering from addictions and substance abuse problems. Many of the people who need the help of alcohol and drug treatment programs will also have co-occurring issues in addition to their chemical dependency. They may suffer from other mental health issues on top of […]
The Double Demons of Depression and Addiction
It is estimated that upwards of six in every 10 individuals with a drug abuse problem also have an associated mental health condition. This is known as dual diagnosis or a co-occurring disorder. There’s always a reason people start using drugs, and oftentimes it’s a pre-existing mental condition. It may be something as simple as […]
The Relationship Between Manic Depression, Suicide and Addiction
If you have a loved one with manic depression who also suffers from a substance use disorder, you probably know all too well the self-destructive behaviors associated with these co-occurring illnesses, including an increased risk of attempted suicide. The most important thing you can do to help your loved one is to understand how manic […]
Overcoming Depression and Addiction In 30 Days
Overcoming depression and addiction during a 30 day treatment program may seem like a tall order- and one that may be holding you back from seeking help. While 30 days may not be enough time for everyone to overcome depression and addiction, it is enough time to make a significant change in your life no […]
Are Depression and Addiction Hereditary?
Depression and addiction can sometimes be genetically-influenced. While not everyone who suffers from depression and addiction had to have a family history and not everyone with a family history will develop depression and addiction, people who do have a family history are faced with a significantly higher risk of developing them.
Depression and Addiction: What You Need to Know As a Spouse
Depression and addiction is a common combination for a dual diagnosis. Learn more about what it means to have both depression and addiction, how depression and addiction are treated and how you may support your spouse in his efforts to get recovered. Depression and Addiction: A Frequent Dual Diagnosis A dual diagnosis is when a […]
Preventing Depression and Addiction
Depression and addiction are difficult to experience, but they can be treated. You can greatly reduce the odds of developing a dual diagnosis by engaging in measures of prevention although it should be noted that prevention cannot be guaranteed.
Robin Williams: A Conversation About Dual Diagnosis
Actor Robin Williams was tragically found dead in his California home Last week, in an apparent suicide. The Oscar-winning actor and comedian had long battled a dual diagnosis of substance abuse and depression, for which he had spent time in recovery. In fact, Williams recently made headlines for proactively returning to treatment to strengthen his recovery. His passing has saddened thousands across the globe, both those who knew him personally and those who knew him only through his films.
Anxiety and Addiction: Dealing with Father’s Day Triggers
Anxiety and addiction can be especially difficult to cope with during family-focused holidays such as Father’s Day. Many women in recovery struggle with family relationships, so spending the holiday with family may increase the risk for relapse. Let’s take a look at some ways you can reduce stress this Father’s Day and have a positive […]