Generalized Anxiety Disorders & Addiction
All of us feel anxiety during our lives. But normally it is very brief.
If you have been feeling worried, nervous or anxious for several
months, and can’t find a particular reason for it, then you may have a
condition called General Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
Co-occurring problems (problems that are present at the same time),
such as drug and alcohol abuse, can make treating GAD more difficulty.
Symptoms of General Anxiety Disorder
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Easily startled and jumpy
- Inability to focus on a task
- Physical symptoms such as dry mouth, shortness of breath, racing heart
- Shaking
- Headaches
- Difficulty sleeping
A good key to recognizing GAD is that you are anxious most of the time, with few periods of feeling at ease.
Many people with general anxiety disorder already struggle with drug or
alcohol problems. And substance use often increases in an attempt to
control the unpleasant symptoms of anxiety.
You may think if get your drinking or drug use under control, that the
anxiety may be under control. Unfortunately, this is often not the
case.
Co-occurring problems (those that are happening at the same time) need
to be treated together. Treating only one may lead to a discouraging
cycle of failure. The problems are intertwined, and both need to be
addressed at the same time.
Our specialized dual diagnosis treatment center can provide
individualized therapy to meet your own unique situation. We also help
your family understand what you are going through, and help them
provide the support that you need in your recovery.
We provide inpatient as well as outpatient services. We’ll work closely
with your to design a treatment program that will fits your own
individual needs and circumstances. Our dual diagnosis recovery center
is comprehensive, and our staff professional and compassionate.
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Common Disorders Co-occurring with Addiction
Other Resources on Co-occurring & Dual Diagnosed Disorders