Addiction and Co-Occurring: What’s the Connection?

woman with co occurring mental health

There’s a well-documented connection between various forms of mental illness and addiction. Co-occurring disorders are mental health struggles that commonly coincide with substance addiction; these disorders can intertwine with addictions, exacerbating both conditions. This makes treating all parts of a dual diagnosis key to a successful recovery.

Grief and Aging

grieving older woman

Grief is an inevitable part of life. Throughout our lives we all experience loss and sorrow. And as we age, grief, loss, and sorrow become even more likely. Yes, we lose more of those we love as we grow older, but grief is not reserved for the loss of loved ones. There is so much we take for granted that we begin to lose as we age, and grief is the natural companion to loss.