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Depression

Depression |

English Mountain Recovery Center blog articles on the topic of depression and substance use disorders. Here you will find information and resources on the subject.

 

closeup of Black couple holding hands - suicide and addiction
When a person takes their first alcoholic drink or uses their first drug, they are probably not contemplating suicide. But for many people, the first drink or drug use is the beginning of a life of substance abuse and addiction. When someone is addicted to drugs or alcohol, they are at increased risk of suicide.SAMHSA...
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person holding drawn sad face over theirs
Depression isn’t just one type of disorder.Instead, there are different types of depression and each one has its own set of symptoms. It’s not the same thing as being “blue” or down, although being unable to enjoy hobbies and pastimes that used to bring pleasure is one of the signs of depression. Depression isn’t grief,...
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black and white image of sad woman
When someone is living with depression and an addiction, they are said to have a dual diagnosis. This term identifies that the client has two concerns that need to be addressed and treated. Each one on their own is a serious concern; however, when they are present at the same time, they represent a potentially...
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