Dual-diagnosis refers to co-occurring conditions in an individual. This means the individual is not only suffering from substance abuse, but also a mental illness. One condition could have created the other, it is unknown whether the mental illness caused substance abuse or vice versa. However, both conditions must be treated simultaneously in dual-diagnosis treatment.
Fisher broke the rules and left nothing to hide For many people suffering from mental illnesses, Carrie Fisher was more than a famous actress. Fisher, who passed last month at 60 from a heart attack, served as a voice for those struggling with mental health issues. She was remarkably outspoken about her battles with addiction […]
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When it comes to living an overall healthy lifestyle, there are many factors that come into play including physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. If you’re struggling in any one of these areas, it can throw things off kilter. The same applies to recovery. Northbound has created a full continuum of care that addresses
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Living with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be challenging, especially when you are trying to be productive but are faced with restlessness, problems focusing, and a racing mind. While many people are diagnosed with ADHD in childhood, it can also be identified in adults. Some people may not even realize they have this condition because
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Everyone has a bad day now and then and may feel sad or upset. However, this generally passes on its own within a few hours or a day or two. Then you’re back to your usual self. But when these feelings linger and start to negatively impact your life, it can be a sign of
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Everyone experiences trauma in their lives, and how we respond to and cope with it helps to shape who we are. Oftentimes we process these traumas and move on without any major consequences. However, sometimes the impact of these traumas linger or the event is more serious and hard to overcome. This can result in
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