Substance use and misuse, whether the substance is alcohol or a drug, is extremely common, with substance use disorders affecting over 48 million people in the United States. At the...
The good news is that many treatment options are available for alcoholism, and recovery is possible. By reaching out for help, you can start your journey toward a better, sober life.
A co-occurring disorder, also known as a dual diagnosis, occurs when a person has both an SUD and a mental health disorder at the same time. This has implications in both diagnosing and treating people who are seeking help for an SUD or a mental illness.
In reality, both drugs and alcohol can affect many systems in your body and lead to conditions that can affect your quality of life and even lead to your eventual death.
If you have diabetes, you may wonder if it can go away on its own or be cured. The short answer is no, but diabetes can be managed and even go into remission with the right treatment and lifestyle changes.
Obesity is a problem that must be addressed, particularly in low-income areas. By doing so, lives will be improved, people will live longer, and the stress on health systems and disability programs will be reduced.
