substance use disorders

What Is Comorbidity?

Understanding the Prevalence of Co-Occurring Disorders Comorbidity refers to when an individual has one or more disorders at the same time. Co-occurring disorders are common, and as noted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), individuals with substance use disorders are at a higher risk of developing another condition or disease.  It

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What Is Fueling Surge in Alcohol Use During Pandemic?

Increase in Alcohol Use Linked to Isolation and Loneliness According to Report   A KOMO News story out of Seattle links a surge in alcohol use during the coronavirus pandemic to increased isolation and loneliness. Speaking with the news outlet, a Kaiser Psychiatrist sees a disproportionate impact on specific demographics.  According to Dr. Megan Gary,

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California Board of State and Community Corrections Approves $96 million in Grants for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment Programs

23 Applicants Across California will receive millions in funding to help with diversion and rehabilitative programs The Board of State and Community Corrections announced that it was granting 23 applicants a total of $96 million in grants to counties across the State.  The money, part of Proposition 47 funding, is designed to promote programs that

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New Study Shows Ketamine Could Be Key to Reducing Heavy Drinking

Study out of University College London Shows Ketamine Could Reduce Urge to Drink According to an article recently published by Science News, a new trial out of University College London shows that Ketamine may help to reduce the urge to drink alcohol.  Ketamine, a sedative and anesthetic, is known to have a hallucinogenic response.  Nature

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