How Can I Prevent Addiction in My Child’s Life?
Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands As a parent in recovery, it is natural to worry about preventing addiction in your child. While there is no guaranteed way to prevent addiction, there are a couple of protective factors that you can implement in your child’s life to reduce risk factors of […]
Risk Factors for Co-occurring Disorders
Content reviewed by Nicholas G. Glines A co-occurring disorder, also known as dual-diagnosis, describes the presence of two or more conditions that occur simultaneously. Typically, co-occurring disorders refer to the presence of one mental health disorder and one substance use disorder (SUD), such as addiction. The National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA) states that nearly […]