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Treatment for Substance Use and Mental Health Conditions

Substance use and mental health issues go hand in hand. In fact, between 40 and 60% of Americans who suffer from addiction have a co-occurring mental health diagnosis. Experts agree that treating co-occurring conditions in a coordinated plan is far more successful than treating one and then the other or providing simultaneous but uncoordinated treatment. The medical and mental health professionals at Pennsylvania Adult & Teen Challenge (PAATC) are incredibly…
Miki Finn
July 5, 2023
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Anxiety Symptoms in Teens

The fears and worries of children with anxiety often focus on things outside themselves, like the dark, wild animals, monsters, or scary things happening to the people they love. During adolescence, anxiety usually shifts inward and often looks like perfectionism. Worrying about their appearance, grades, and being liked can amplify into severe anxiety or even result in panic attacks. Managing anxiety in teens can be very difficult without professional support,…
Miki Finn
January 9, 2023
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How Addiction Can Impact Mental Health

When addiction and mental health disorders co-exist, they are called co-occurring disorders. These overlapping diagnoses make treatment all the more important and also challenging. But in a dual diagnosis treatment program, you can receive the needed help. Addiction and mental health therapists work together to address both disorders simultaneously under a coordinated treatment plan. To learn more about dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring disorders, reach out to Pennsylvania Adult &…
Miki Finn
August 15, 2022
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5 Benefits of Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is one of the most effective treatments in addiction rehab. An off-shoot of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), DBT was originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorders, as it is highly effective for emotional regulation. Since then, its use has been expanded to treat a range of mental health disorders and substance use disorders. The benefits of dialectical behavior therapy are many. As a result, at…
Miki Finn
May 11, 2022
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5 Signs of Depression Disorder

People seeking treatment for mental health or addiction issues often have a co-occurring depression disorder. Depression and anxiety are the two most common mental health disorders to accompany addictions. In some cases, addiction is the main cause of seeking treatment, and you also are diagnosed with depression. Then, you will need to get depression disorder treatment in addition to the addiction recovery work because these two disorders are very much…
Miki Finn
March 19, 2022
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5 Signs of an Anxiety Disorder

Anxiety is something everyone experiences at least once in their life. It is the mind's natural response to a situation that is stressful. Most people, however, find the anxiety disappearing once they get through the situation, or even when they understand the situation better. With other people, anxiety is a daily problem, and it doesn't have to be related to anything. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in…
Miki Finn
March 17, 2022
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5 Signs of Seasonal Depression

Think you might be suffering from seasonal depression? Seasonal depression, or seasonal affective disorder (SAD), strikes millions of people around the globe. Typically, it begins as the long, colorful days of autumn fade into stark winter. The days become shorter, and you have fewer hours of sunlight to enjoy each day. For many, this is when feelings of sadness or hopelessness begin to develop. They may worsen as winter progresses…
Miki Finn
February 4, 2022
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How Social Anxiety Can Affect Relationships

Social anxiety disorder affects nearly 10% of American youth and about 7% of adults. Education regarding the links between social anxiety and drug abuse can help prevent addiction before it begins. However, the most common reason people with social anxiety drink or take drugs is as a form of self-medication. Reducing symptoms through substance use allows people with social anxiety to engage in life but with negative consequences. The best…
Miki Finn
November 22, 2021
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5 Signs of Co-Occurring Disorders in Teens

Our teen dual diagnosis treatment program in Pennsylvania addresses addiction in teens when it co-occurs with mental health conditions. This coordinated approach to addiction treatment for young people who also have an underlying mental health issue is the best and most effective way to help teens find lasting recovery and wellness. Naaman (Naaman) is just the right place to seek help if you suspect that your teen is dealing with…
Miki Finn
June 30, 2021
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Can Social Anxiety Impact Teen Drug Abuse?

The links between mental health and substance use are well-documented. Teens and others who are affected by depression or anxiety are often diagnosed with a co-occurring addiction. People who struggle with anxiety or depression may self-medicate to alleviate symptoms. Social anxiety disorder is a common form of chronic anxiety, affecting nearly 10% of American youth. Education regarding the links between social anxiety and drug abuse can help parents and educators…
Miki Finn
June 9, 2021
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