Substance use disorder is a growing problem in the US. It affects millions of lives each day. It weighs heavily on the lives of both those living with the disorder, as well as those who are close to them. One of the factors that contribute to the challenge of treating...
Drug addiction, also known as substance use disorder, is a significant challenge. However, once an individual living with substance use disorder has come to terms with their addiction, as well as the fact that they need professional help, finding the right treatment...
What Do Co-occurring Disorders Mean? According to the DSM5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health 5th edition), Co-occurring disorders are two or more of the following: mental health disorders, and substance use disorders. According to SAMHSA’s 2018...
Substance-induced anxiety disorder is: Restlessness Nervousness Panic caused by taking a drug or stopping a drug However, if you had anxiety before you started using the drug, it does not constitute a substance-induced anxiety disorder, even if it makes your anxiety...