Concurrent Substance Use and Mental Health Disorders: An Information Guide

A person with a mental health problem has a higher risk of having a substance use problem, just as a person with a substance use problem has an increased chance of having a mental health problem.

This guide:

• explains the symptoms and causes of concurrent disorder
• outlines the different kinds of treatments available, including psychosocial and biological treatments
• describes integrated treatment and how it helps
• discusses recovery and relapse prevention
• discusses family involvement
• gives guidance on how to explain concurrent disorders to children

This guide gives a thorough introduction to concurrent disorder treatment options, and sensitive and sound coping skills to help people with concurrent disorders -- and their families -- toward recovery.