Concurrent Substance Use and Mental Health Disorders

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 disorder - 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.