by ppcmidwest | Oct 22, 2019 | Education & Awareness, Mental Health & Co-Occurring Disorders
Clinically Reviewed By: Suzanne Taylor, LCSW | Clinical Director Key Takeaway The DSM-5 recognizes 10 personality disorders that are organized into three clusters: Cluster A (odd/eccentric behaviors), Cluster B (dramatic/emotional behaviors), and Cluster C...
by ppcmidwest | Jan 31, 2018 | Education & Awareness, Addictions, Mental Health & Co-Occurring Disorders
Key Takeaways: Adults with ADHD face a higher risk of substance abuse because ADHD affects impulse control, emotional regulation, routines, and decision-making, which are all essential for stable recovery. Self-medication is a common driver of addiction in...
by Aida Azadeh | Mar 6, 2017 | Education & Awareness, Addictions, Mental Health & Co-Occurring Disorders
Key Takeaways: Dual diagnosis happens when substance use and a mental health condition occur together, and treating only one often leaves the other driving relapse or instability over time. Many people use drugs or alcohol to cope with anxiety, depression, trauma,...
