Co-occurring disorders, also known as dual diagnoses, occur when a person simultaneously experiences a substance use disorder and a mental health condition. The two often feed into one another, making recovery more complex but entirely possible with the right...
For many professionals in Saint Louis, the hustle and bustle of daily life is more challenging than it appears. The complexity of their lives often goes unnoticed, overshadowed by the city’s vibrant culture and thriving business scene. Beneath the surface, numerous...
As an illicit and powerful drug with devastating effects, heroin can bring destruction to the lives of those who use it. For many people struggling with addiction, co-occurring disorders are also present that further complicate treatment and recovery. Finding the...
Studies have proven that treating co-occurring disorders such as mental health and substance abuse has an effectively higher rate of providing successful, long-term recovery. A clinic for substance abuse can be a great way to provide specialized care for those who...
Addiction is a complex illness that affects a person physically, mentally, and emotionally. There are many reasons why people get into substance abuse and one of the most common is because they have an underlying mental illness. Those struggling with mental health...