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Dealing with Depression in Addiction Recovery

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According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, about 9.5 million adults had both a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder (which is the clinical term for addiction). Among people who struggle with substance abuse and addiction, depression is one of the most common co-occurring mental health disorders.  To ensure […]

What Comes First: Depression or Substance Abuse?

What Comes First: Depression or Substance Abuse?

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It’s the age-old question about mental health and addiction—does poor mental health cause addiction, or does addiction cause depression and other mental health issues? The truth is that there’s often not a surefire way to know the answer to whether depression or substance abuse comes first. The facts suggest that many people who have mental […]

Can You Suffer From Depression After Addiction Recovery

Can You Suffer From Depression After Addiction Recovery?

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Statistics show a strong connection between depression and drug and alcohol addiction. According to The National Bureau of Economic Research1, people who have been diagnosed with mental illness consume 69% of the nation’s alcohol and 84% of the nation’s cocaine. When someone is recovering from an addiction, depression after addiction can become a major obstacle […]

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Addiction and Depression – Do Antidepressants Work? Dual Diagnosis OC Weighs In

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Despite some high-profile research suggesting that antidepressants are ineffective, most clinical studies find that this category of drugs can elevate mood and treat depression in most cases. Although depression isn’t completely understood, the symptoms can be treated effectively. Antidepressants don’t cure depression, but they are effective at relieving symptoms. Similar results apply to a dual […]

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Is Using Ketamine for Depression Standard in Dual Diagnosis Treatment?

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Depression is a wide-reaching, often debilitating condition that affects more than 20 million Americans to varying degrees. Symptoms associated with depressive disorders include lethargy and feelings of hopelessness, suicidal tendencies, and social isolation. Some depressed individuals are able to manage their symptoms with medication and/or therapy, and live relatively normal lives. For many others on […]

Dual Diagnosis Addiction Treatment

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Are you or someone you care about grappling with addiction? If so, it’s crucial to recognize that addiction often occurs in conjunction with mental health disorders. Dual Diagnosis Addiction Treatment at Ocean Hills in Laguna Niguel, CA, provides a comprehensive and in-depth solution to tackle both aspects of this complex issue. In this comprehensive article, […]

Why People Snort Drugs

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Snorting Behavior and Its Consequences In the world of addiction and substance abuse, there are numerous ways people consume drugs. One of the most prevalent and dangerous methods is snorting drugs. We’re here to spill the tea on why some people are all about it, what kind of mess it can lead to, and why […]

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What’s the Connection Between Chronic Pain and Addiction?

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The correlation between chronic pain and addiction is evident in the lives of many people who struggle with addiction. The number of people struggling with addiction that stems from struggling with chronic pain is astronomical. The effects that pain can have on a person’s overall well-being can be extreme, leading to changes that can be […]