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Anxiety Disorder
Many people in rehab suffer from a dual diagnosis of a substance abuse problem and a mental health issue such as anxiety disorder. Sometimes the substance abuse problem arises as a way to cope with the intense feelings of anxiety, and other times anxiety and other mental health symptoms arise because of the use of drugs and alcohol. Regardless of which comes first, the chances of recovering from either disorder is very slim unless both co-occurring disorders are simultaneously treated in dual diagnosis rehab.
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Everyone experiences a certain amount of anxiety from time to time, but anxiety disorders are much more severe and have serious consequences on a person’s ability to live a normal life. Because of this, some people who suffer from an anxiety disorder such as General Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Social Phobia or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) will attempt to self-medicate their symptoms by turning to alcohol or drugs. Using substances may provide a temporary escape, but it does not solve the underlying problem. In fact, abusing drugs or alcohol will only increase the severity of a person’s anxiety symptoms over time.
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Anxiety disorder is a mental illness that can have debilitating effects on the person suffering from it. Oftentimes people with an anxiety disorder will turn to alcohol to numb their symptoms in an attempt to live a “normal” life. Although alcohol may provide a temporary escape, it does not treat the underlying disorder and will over time increase the severity of anxiety symptoms, causing the individual to continue drinking until dependence or addiction has occurred. Without dual diagnosis treatment at an alcohol rehab, a person will continue the vicious cycle of self-medication with alcohol.
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Anxiety is a normal reaction to stress, but for some people it can develop into a disorder that disrupts their life. Here are the five main types of anxiety disorders, their symptoms and co-occurring disorders.
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10 Ways to Cope with Symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be a very debilitating disorder. In fact, many cases of PTSD require post traumatic stress disorder treatment at a PTSD treatment center. Symptoms of this condition include sleep loss, excessive worry, drug abuse (which may lead to drug rehab), and loneliness. Finish reading this article »
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What is Agoraphobia?
Agoraphobia, a type of anxiety disorder, is the fear of being in a crowded place where escaping would be difficult or where help would not be available if a panic attack occurred. This disorder is most common in women and typically affects those in their mid to late 20’s. Finish reading this article »
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What is Social Phobia?
Social Phobia, also known as social anxiety disorder (SAD), is the fear of social situations. During these social instances, a person has feelings of anxiety, being judged, embarrassed or self-conscious. Finish reading this article »
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What is Panic Disorder?
Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder. When someone experiences panic disorder they feel a sudden outburst of terror and concern. This unexpected episode is called a panic attack. Finish reading this article »
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What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
Generalized Anxiety disorder (GAD) is a disorder characterized by constant, unrealistic worrying and exaggerated tension. The reason for such anxiety is typically unknown. Finish reading this article »
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What is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder?
Obsessive-Compulsive disorder (OCD) is a disorder in which someone is consistently plagued by recurrent obsessive thoughts and is taunted by urges to perform specific rituals. Finish reading this article »
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What is an Anxiety Disorder?
An anxiety disorder is a disorder in which a person’s level of fear escalates to an abnormally high level and does not seem rational in comparison to the situation. While everyone may experience slight anxiety at one time in life or another, those with anxiety disorders suffer from fear and worry at a level that interferes with every day life. Finish reading this article »
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What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a situation in which someone experiences a harmful or terrifying ordeal. This traumatic event can be one of any number of incidents, these include: car crashes, rape, fires, earthquakes, unexpected death of a loved one, robbery and many more. Finish reading this article »
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