depression and substance abuse

What to Do About Depression and Substance Abuse

Counseling, dual diagnosis treatmentBy Beaches Recovery

Many people with substance abuse issues don’t realize the adverse effects that drugs and alcohol have on their mental health. They often abuse these addictive substances to feel better. While drugs and alcohol lead people to believe they’re escaping their problems, the opposite is happening. Depression and substance abuse often go hand-in-hand. As one component…