Substance use and substance use disorder differ by the frequency of use and the effect on a person’s life. Substance use disorder is a mental health condition. Substance use refers to using both legal ...
Dr. David Brendel answers the question: 'Substance Abuse And Depression?' — -- Question: What is the relationship between depression and substance abuse? Answer: There is a very close ...
Substance use disorder is defined in the DSM-5-TR. It includes alcohol, stimulants, opioids, sedatives, cannabis, and tobacco, among others. Substance use disorder is a treatable, chronic condition in ...
If you or someone you love is struggling with a substance abuse disorder, there is hope. While the latest data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health shows that 16.5% of Americans over the ...
This story is part of our mental health series. Find out more here. For many teenagers struggling with mental health, substance abuse can happen simultaneously. A national survey of teens from 2022 ...
Despite the high prevalence of substance abuse and its often devastating outcomes, especially among disadvantaged populations, few Americans receive treatment for substance use disorders. However, the ...
NBC 5 and Telemundo 39 are proud to partner with Metrocare, the largest provider of mental health services in North Texas. With over 55 years of dedicated service, Metrocare specializes in mental ...
Substance misuse doesn’t take a summer break. In fact, research suggests that for many people, the risks might actually increase with the heat. Of course, substance use disorders (SUDs) and substance ...
The Tri-County Coalition for Prevention of Suicide and Substance Use met Wednesday to finalize its mission and vision ...