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Dual Diagnosis
Dual Diagnosis is the simultaneous diagnosis of mental or emotional illness and addiction to or dependence on alcohol or illicit drugs at the time of diagnosis. This article discusses dual diagnosis and how it can be treated. One of the treatments is through the support of Dual Diagnosis Anonymous
dual diagnosis • mental illness • simultaneous diagnosis • concurrent • bipolar disorder
Dual Diagnosis is the simultaneous diagnosis of mental or emotional illness and addiction to or dependence on alcohol or illicit drugs at the time of diagnosis. This article discusses dual diagnosis and how it can be treated. One of the treatments is through the support of Dual Diagnosis Anonymous
dual diagnosis • mental illness • simultaneous diagnosis • concurrent • bipolar disorder
Dual Diagnosis and Addiction Resources
Many of us have been diagnosed with a mental illness along with our substance abuse issues. There are professionals who recognize that the traditional treatment protocols won't work for us.
dual diagnosis • substance abuse • depression • suicide • eating disorders
Many of us have been diagnosed with a mental illness along with our substance abuse issues. There are professionals who recognize that the traditional treatment protocols won't work for us.
dual diagnosis • substance abuse • depression • suicide • eating disorders
A Dual Diagnosis
A look dual diagnosis of depression and anxiety. What is the link?
anxiety • depression • link • dual diagnosis • obsessive-compulsive disorder
A look dual diagnosis of depression and anxiety. What is the link?
anxiety • depression • link • dual diagnosis • obsessive-compulsive disorder
Double Trouble
It's easy to have both depression and a substance abuse problem. Unfortunately, getting proper treatment is more problematical.
depression • cubstance abuse • co-ocurring disorders • dual diagnosis • samhsa
It's easy to have both depression and a substance abuse problem. Unfortunately, getting proper treatment is more problematical.
depression • cubstance abuse • co-ocurring disorders • dual diagnosis • samhsa
Eating Disorders and Substance Abuse
More than one diagnosis? Not to fear. If recovery is the goal, it can be achieved. The first step is to start. Where? Admit there are problems and seek help.
eating disorders and substance abuse • recovery of dual diagnosis • link between eating disorders and substance abuse • kate moss supermodel • models and eating disorders/addiction
More than one diagnosis? Not to fear. If recovery is the goal, it can be achieved. The first step is to start. Where? Admit there are problems and seek help.
eating disorders and substance abuse • recovery of dual diagnosis • link between eating disorders and substance abuse • kate moss supermodel • models and eating disorders/addiction
Schizophrenia and Substance Abuse
Substance abuse problems are common amongst people with schizophrenia and nobody really knows why. People with both conditions have had great difficulty in getting treated because the two conditions require quite different treatment strategies, and neither program would accept such people with a dual diagnosis. Untreated for either condition individuals are much more liklely to get in trouble with the law, and end up in a prison instead of a hospital.
schizophrenia • addiction • alcoholism • substance abuse • dual diagnosis
Substance abuse problems are common amongst people with schizophrenia and nobody really knows why. People with both conditions have had great difficulty in getting treated because the two conditions require quite different treatment strategies, and neither program would accept such people with a dual diagnosis. Untreated for either condition individuals are much more liklely to get in trouble with the law, and end up in a prison instead of a hospital.
schizophrenia • addiction • alcoholism • substance abuse • dual diagnosis
Autism and Down Syndrome
The co-existence of Down syndrome and an autism spectrum disorder is the focus of more research studies; the result of these dual diagnosis studies will help parents.
autism • down syndrome • co-morbid autism diagnoses • autism and developmental disabilities monitoring n • national down syndrome society
The co-existence of Down syndrome and an autism spectrum disorder is the focus of more research studies; the result of these dual diagnosis studies will help parents.
autism • down syndrome • co-morbid autism diagnoses • autism and developmental disabilities monitoring n • national down syndrome society
Dually Diagnosed
According to various studies, anywhere from 20 to 50% of those diagnosed with a mental health disorder are affected by substance abuse.
aodd • alcohol • comorbidity • co-occuring disorder • mentally ill
According to various studies, anywhere from 20 to 50% of those diagnosed with a mental health disorder are affected by substance abuse.
aodd • alcohol • comorbidity • co-occuring disorder • mentally ill
For Women, By Women
Here are some resources written for Women, by Women. <I>I am open to suggestions on sites for men for a future article. ;-]</i>
alcoholism • women and alcoholism • women and substance abuse • fear • pagan
Here are some resources written for Women, by Women. <I>I am open to suggestions on sites for men for a future article. ;-]</i>
alcoholism • women and alcoholism • women and substance abuse • fear • pagan
Similarities Between Antisocial & Narcissism
This is one article from a series of interviews with Duane Dobbert in which we will explore various subtopics relating to Antisocial and Narcissistic personalities.
narcissism psychopathy similarities • narcissism antisocial difference • what is narcissistic personality disorder npd • antisocial personality disorder apd aspd • what do narcissism and antisocial personality have
This is one article from a series of interviews with Duane Dobbert in which we will explore various subtopics relating to Antisocial and Narcissistic personalities.
narcissism psychopathy similarities • narcissism antisocial difference • what is narcissistic personality disorder npd • antisocial personality disorder apd aspd • what do narcissism and antisocial personality have
Black Sheep, Outcast, Friend or Family: Who has the Disorder?
This is directed at the family and friends of those who are close to a person with seizures. It asks questions about their acceptance, their treatment of the person who supposedly means something to them. The goal to change negative viewpoints into positive ones.
viewpoints • outcasts • meaning of the concept of "family".
This is directed at the family and friends of those who are close to a person with seizures. It asks questions about their acceptance, their treatment of the person who supposedly means something to them. The goal to change negative viewpoints into positive ones.
viewpoints • outcasts • meaning of the concept of "family".
Learn More About OCD -- Attend a Conference
Conferences are great for gaining reliable information about OCD and meeting others who are dealing with OCD. Find out about the upcoming OCSDA Conference at Universal City, California.
ocd • obsessive • compulsive • obsessive compulsive disorder • ocsda
Conferences are great for gaining reliable information about OCD and meeting others who are dealing with OCD. Find out about the upcoming OCSDA Conference at Universal City, California.
ocd • obsessive • compulsive • obsessive compulsive disorder • ocsda
Narcissist vs. Psychopath
We all heard the terms "psychopath" or "sociopath". It is hard to distinguish narcissists from psychopaths.
narcissism • personality • narcissistic • narcissistic personality disorder • npd
We all heard the terms "psychopath" or "sociopath". It is hard to distinguish narcissists from psychopaths.
narcissism • personality • narcissistic • narcissistic personality disorder • npd
Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
The craving that an alcoholic feels for alcohol can be as strong as the need for food or water. Alcoholics will continue to drink despite serious problems.
alcohol abuse • alcohol dependence • risks for developing alcoholism • mental health problems common with alcoholism • treatments for alcoholism
The craving that an alcoholic feels for alcohol can be as strong as the need for food or water. Alcoholics will continue to drink despite serious problems.
alcohol abuse • alcohol dependence • risks for developing alcoholism • mental health problems common with alcoholism • treatments for alcoholism
Clinical Depression Diagnosis
Diagnosing depression relies on multiple diagnostic tools, including psychological testing, physical examinations and a comprehensive list of symptoms.
depression diagnosis • clinical depression • diagnosing depression • mental health • symptoms of depression
Diagnosing depression relies on multiple diagnostic tools, including psychological testing, physical examinations and a comprehensive list of symptoms.
depression diagnosis • clinical depression • diagnosing depression • mental health • symptoms of depression
Drug Abuse Recovery
Substance abuse grips so tight that self-cessation is unattainable. In many cases, psychological dependency on drug use or alcohol can only be broken with intervention.
drug abuse • drug • alcohol • drug addiction • substance abuse
Substance abuse grips so tight that self-cessation is unattainable. In many cases, psychological dependency on drug use or alcohol can only be broken with intervention.
drug abuse • drug • alcohol • drug addiction • substance abuse
Giftedness and Asperger Syndrome
Parents should be aware of behavioral problems common to both giftedness and Asperger Syndrome. This information will be helpful in determining appropriate treatment.
giftedness and asperger syndrome • gifted child • asperger syndrome • gifted children • treatment for asperger syndrome
Parents should be aware of behavioral problems common to both giftedness and Asperger Syndrome. This information will be helpful in determining appropriate treatment.
giftedness and asperger syndrome • gifted child • asperger syndrome • gifted children • treatment for asperger syndrome
Links to Anger
A common theme with us addicts is that we don't always know what to do with that very human emotion...Anger.
anger • addiction • alcoholism • childhood abuse • feelings
A common theme with us addicts is that we don't always know what to do with that very human emotion...Anger.
anger • addiction • alcoholism • childhood abuse • feelings
Major Depression Complications
A major depressive episode can cause health and emotional complications ranging from weight gain and mood disorders to self injury and suicidal behavior.
depression complications • weight gain • obesity • weight loss • eating disorders
A major depressive episode can cause health and emotional complications ranging from weight gain and mood disorders to self injury and suicidal behavior.
depression complications • weight gain • obesity • weight loss • eating disorders
Marijuana: Dangerous Drug of Abuse
A drug abuse warning should be broadcast loud and clear for all. Do not use marijuana as a recreational drug. It can have a profound negative impact upon one's life.
marijuana • drug of abuse • cannabis • quality of life • addiction
A drug abuse warning should be broadcast loud and clear for all. Do not use marijuana as a recreational drug. It can have a profound negative impact upon one's life.
marijuana • drug of abuse • cannabis • quality of life • addiction
Trauma and Eating Disorders
Research into the effects of trauma, such as sexual assault or childhood abuse, are showing more and more direct links to development of eating disorders.
eating disorders • eating disorder • ed • trauma • abuse
Research into the effects of trauma, such as sexual assault or childhood abuse, are showing more and more direct links to development of eating disorders.
eating disorders • eating disorder • ed • trauma • abuse
BOOKS FOR BIPOLARS
My favorite books about Bipolar Affective Disoder. Pick one up, get comfy in your chair and enjoy!
bipolar • affective • manic • depression • books
My favorite books about Bipolar Affective Disoder. Pick one up, get comfy in your chair and enjoy!
bipolar • affective • manic • depression • books
How to Help a Methamphetamine Drug Addict
Speed use destroys lives and relationships. It costs money, jobs, homes, and society. There are ways to create hope and to end the nightmare of addiction.
how to help a drug addict • drug addiction • meth addiction help • meth help • addiction recovery
Speed use destroys lives and relationships. It costs money, jobs, homes, and society. There are ways to create hope and to end the nightmare of addiction.
how to help a drug addict • drug addiction • meth addiction help • meth help • addiction recovery
Issues with Substance Abuse Assessment in Correctional Settings
Substance abuse has become an exceedingly important issue within the correctional component of the criminal justice system. Recent investigations have show extremely significant relationships between substance abuse and violent crime Accurate assessments and appropriate treatments have become paramount to the safe reintegration of these offenders into the community. Several different approaches to substance abuse assessment exist. However, no current test has escaped questions regarding its validity with a correctional population. Issues with assessment goals, client variability, instrument design, and contextual differences are examined. New promising techniques being standardized by the Correctional Service’s of Canada are investigated. Part 3 of 5
forensic • substance abuse • rehabilitation • criminal • justice
Substance abuse has become an exceedingly important issue within the correctional component of the criminal justice system. Recent investigations have show extremely significant relationships between substance abuse and violent crime Accurate assessments and appropriate treatments have become paramount to the safe reintegration of these offenders into the community. Several different approaches to substance abuse assessment exist. However, no current test has escaped questions regarding its validity with a correctional population. Issues with assessment goals, client variability, instrument design, and contextual differences are examined. New promising techniques being standardized by the Correctional Service’s of Canada are investigated. Part 3 of 5
forensic • substance abuse • rehabilitation • criminal • justice
Major Depression Treatment Options
Major Depression treatments vary. Some people respond to psychotherapy, while others favor depression medication.
major depression treatment • depression treatment center • treatments for depression • depression treatment options • antidepressant medication
Major Depression treatments vary. Some people respond to psychotherapy, while others favor depression medication.
major depression treatment • depression treatment center • treatments for depression • depression treatment options • antidepressant medication
Npd - Prevalence, Comorbidity
According to the DSM IV-TR, Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is diagnosed in between 2% and 16% of the population in clinical settings (between 0.5-1% of the gener
narcissism • personality • narcissistic • narcissistic personality disorder • npd
According to the DSM IV-TR, Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is diagnosed in between 2% and 16% of the population in clinical settings (between 0.5-1% of the gener
narcissism • personality • narcissistic • narcissistic personality disorder • npd
What isn't Known About Schizophrenia (Part Two)
part two of a two part series on how little is really understood about schizophrenia
schizophrenia • atypicals • mental health reform • cognitive deficits • substance abuse
part two of a two part series on how little is really understood about schizophrenia
schizophrenia • atypicals • mental health reform • cognitive deficits • substance abuse
Nowhere To Go
This is a personal account of a situation I encountered at work last week. As the events transpired, it occurred to me that I should write about it, and share the story with others. The lesson learned is unfortunately a sad one, but much needed none the less.
mental health • mental illness • psychiatrity • psychology • bi-polar
This is a personal account of a situation I encountered at work last week. As the events transpired, it occurred to me that I should write about it, and share the story with others. The lesson learned is unfortunately a sad one, but much needed none the less.
mental health • mental illness • psychiatrity • psychology • bi-polar
The Siamese Twin: PART II: One Body One Mind
This tells how even though we might have epilepsy or seizures it is still possible to not confuse the disorder with ourself. Too many times boundaries and limitations dictate too much of our lives. We must remember how to make healthy compromises.
perspective • persona • support network • independence • self-esteem
This tells how even though we might have epilepsy or seizures it is still possible to not confuse the disorder with ourself. Too many times boundaries and limitations dictate too much of our lives. We must remember how to make healthy compromises.
perspective • persona • support network • independence • self-esteem
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