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Signs You Have Co-Occurring Disorders

Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Mental HealthBy The Willows at Red OakLeave a comment

You have probably heard about co-occurring disorders. However, do you know what the term “co-occurring” really means? A drug use disorder accompanied by a mental health disorder, such as depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), or anxiety, is termed a co-occurring disorder. So any combination of a mental health disorder and drug or…

women with therapist discussing mental health on world mental health day 2019

How to Help Your Mental Health for World Mental Health Day

Addiction, Alcohol, Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Women's RecoveryBy The Willows at Red OakLeave a comment

Every year, on October 10, World Mental Health Day helps bring awareness to mental illnesses and helps people recognize warning signs in themselves and in others. Mental illnesses affect 1 in 5 Americans every year, and there is no shame in having one. Admitting you are having trouble is the first step to recovery. What…