by Valiant | Apr 3, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, mental illness and disorders
A dual diagnosis is more common than many people think, and often substance abuse is a way to try and self medicate one of many mental disorders. Depression, Bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, and even codependency may all be a reason why alcohol or drug...
by Valiant | Aug 18, 2012 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, cocaine use, Drug abuse, heroin use, marijuana use, Prescription drug abuse, teen drug use
A recent report that was released shows the prevalence of a combined alcohol and drug addiction. Over 37% of individuals who check into rehab for substance abuse have at least two addictions or substances used, a problem with alcohol that is combined with other...