A person with a mental health problem has a higher risk of having a substance use problem, just as a person with a substance use problem has an increased chance of having a mental health problem. This guide: · explains the symptoms and causes of concurrent disorders · outlines the different kinds of treatments available, including psychosocial and biological treatments · describes integrated treatment and how it helps · discusses recovery and relapse prevention · discusses family involvement · gives guidance on how to explain concurrent disorders to children This guide gives a thorough introduction to concurrent disorder treatment options, and sensitive and sound coping skills to help people with concurrent disorders - and their families - toward recovery.
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