Integrating treatment for co-occurring mental health conditions

Given the high co-occurrence between alcohol use disorder (AUD) and mental health conditions (MHCs) it is important that co-occurring disorders be addressed in integrated treatment. The latest article from  Alcohol Research Current Reviews  examines the prevalence of co-occurring AUD and MHCs, screening tools to identify individuals with symptoms of AUD and MHCs, and subsequent assessment of co-occurring disorders. Types of integrated treatment and current challenges to integrate treatment for co-occurring disorders are reviewed.

Source: NIAAA News - November 4, 2019 Category: Addiction Authors: Katherine Source Type: news