Mental Health

Does Fentanyl Make You Angry?

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that was initially developed to treat medical conditions in the 1960s. I

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Is Addiction a Disease of the Mind?

Substance Use Disorder, Mental Health / David Farache

Addiction is therefore seen as a chronic brain disease that is mostly about the brain’s neurology than its outward manifestations of behavioral problems and poor choices, according to some addiction medicine professionals.

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How is Adult ADHD Treated When a Co-Occuring Substance Use Disorder Exists

How is Adult ADHD Treated When a Co-Occuring Abuse Exists?

Substance Use Disorder, Mental Health / David Farache

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition characterized by a persistent pattern of hyperactivity, impulsiveness, or inattention that has a negative impact on a person’s functioning and development.

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Mental illness and Addiction: What’s the Correlation?

Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder / David Farache

Most times, mental illness and substance abuse are directly and indirectly connected to the other with adverse effects.

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What is Mental Health Rehab?

Mental Health / David Farache

Even if a person sees a therapist or psychiatrist regularly, they can reach obstacles to progress.

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What Is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy?

Mental Health / David Farache

Group therapy for drug addiction has been shown to be very effective. The group therapy setting provides peer support as well as the advice of someone with mental health training.

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