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Do I Need Dual Diagnosis Treatment for Mental Health and Substance Use

Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Substance Use / Merle D. Williamson, M.D.

Chemical dependence and mental health concerns are interwoven. Sometimes medications that relieve symptoms of a mental health issue affect cognition, motivation, and functionality. Crestview’s treatment program for people with co-occurring disorders offers hope, adventure, and the chance to start fresh. Whether you developed a mental health concern before or after you become chemically dependent, the […]

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5 Tips for Finding Dual Diagnosis Treatment Near Spokane

Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Holistic Treatment / Merle D. Williamson, M.D.

For those that are battling substance use issues and mental illness, dual diagnosis treatment in Spokane, Washington, offers comprehensive care. They offer specialized strategies, approaches, and programs that treat both conditions side by side. Overall, 7.9 million adults in the United States in 2014 had both a substance use disorder and a mental health diagnosis.

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How to Deal With Both Mental Health Disorders & Addiction

Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Recovery / Merle D. Williamson, M.D.

Addiction is often paired with mental health disorders. You may learn that you have one as you start working through addiction treatment. Yet, you may be unsure what steps to take to manage both conditions and find your way forward to living a healthy and happy life. Here’s the good news. Our team at Crestview Recovery will

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Social Media and Anxiety: Breaking the Link

Anxiety, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, therapy / Merle D. Williamson, M.D.

Social media makes it easy to see other people who don’t appear to have consequences for their alcohol and drug use. However, getting control of your life is an extremely rewarding process. Even though people can really enjoy social media, sometimes it can cause anxiety problems and encourage destructive behavior. These problems can come from

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Important Triggers of an Anxiety Attack

Anxiety, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health / Merle D. Williamson, M.D.

Anxiety and panic are two common health issues that can cause an “attack” that makes life very difficult for an affected individual. Therefore, it is essential to understand the triggers of an anxiety attack and how they affect a person’s health. Just as importantly, it is crucial to know how an anxiety attack may worsen

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How To Control Anxiety

Anxiety, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health / Merle D. Williamson, M.D.

Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health disorders in the United States. In fact, approximately 40 million people have some form of anxiety disorder. This could include generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and so on. Many people find living with this disorder is crippling. Learning how to control anxiety will

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Ask Yourself, Do I Have Depression?

Depression, Dual Diagnosis, therapy / Merle D. Williamson, M.D.

Do I have depression? That is a question you might be asking yourself if you are feeling down a lot or you do not have much interest in all the things you used to care about. If you are wondering about whether you are depressed, it is a good idea to seek depression treatment and

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How to Help Someone With PTSD

Addiction Therapy, Dual Diagnosis, PTSD / Merle D. Williamson, M.D.

Post-traumatic stress disorder is impacting more Americans than ever. In fact, PTSD United says that 24.4 million adults are suffering right now. This serious mental illness makes daily life very difficult. Specifically, it causes scary flashbacks, dreams, and visions that leave people shaken. Over time, individuals with PTSD become increasingly depressed by haunting memories. Thus,

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The Shocking Connection Between Bipolar Disorder and Drug Abuse

Drug Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health / Merle D. Williamson, M.D.

Are bipolar disorder and drug addiction related? Whenever a person with a mental health concern is taking legal or illegal drugs, treatment centers like Crestview Recovery are available to provide assistance if their medication stops working or they become unable to manage their medication. We provide care for people with a primary mental health diagnosis,

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Best Rehab Centers In Hillsboro OR

Addiction, Addiction Therapy, Alcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Holistic Treatment, Sober Living / Merle D. Williamson, M.D.

Families looking for the best rehab centers in Hillsboro, OR are not limited to just that one city. There are a few drug and rehab options there, but often the best course of action is to expand your search to a wider area, including nearby cities like Portland. What about a drug rehab in Oregon? Best

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