In the world of psychiatry, having more than one psychiatric diagnosis tend to be the rule rather than the exception. Dual diagnosis, specifically refers to such occasions when patients have a mental illness such as depression or an anxiety disorder, as well as a substance use problem. For further information about what a dual diagnosis means and the best approach to treatment, check out this great infographic from http://www.recoveryconnection.org/dual-diagnosis-infographic/.
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"No One Brings Dinner When Your Daughter Is An Addict" is a short but powerful read about a family coping with both cancer and addiction, and the drastic differences they noticed in the ways in which those around them treated, talked about and provided support for a physical illness vs a mental illness ... "Friends talk about cancer and other physical maladies more easily than about psychological afflictions. Breasts might draw blushes, but brains are unmentionable. These questions are rarely heard: “How’s your depression these days?” “What improvements do you notice now that you have treatment for your ADD?” “Do you find your mnic episodes are less intense now that you are on medication?” “What does depression feel like?” “Is the counseling helpful?” A much smaller circle of friends than those who’d fed us during cancer now asked guarded questions. No one ever showed up at our door with a meal." In an interview in October with Jian Ghomeshi, former NHL goalie Clint Malarchuk opens up about his struggles with depression, OCD, PTSD, and alcoholism, and shares how hockey was his escape from mental illness. In the interview (link to video here), Malarchuk also discusses his new memoir "The Crazy Game" which he hopes will help fight against the stigma of mental illness and encourage more people to talk about mental health ... Recommended For: Hockey fans and those interested in mental health Merry Christmas from all of us at Beyond The Body! We wish you all a safe and happy holiday season!
Tis the season to be jolly, but remember to drink responsibly! Check out the handy low-risk drinking guidelines below from the Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse. And don't forget to read up on the CAMH's tips for reducing stress during the holidays to avoid becoming a Scrooge! http://camhblog.com/2014/12/22/nyac-holiday-survival-tips/ |
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