10/22/2026
“Why do addiction and mental health issues so often go together?” 🩵
It’s one of the most common questions we get, and the answer is often more human than people expect. Many people start using alcohol or other substances to cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, or just feeling overwhelmed. 🥺 Over time, the substance can make those symptoms worse, which makes the urge to use stronger, and the cycle feeds itself. Shared factors like stress, trauma, genetics, and brain chemistry can play a part in both.
The good news is that when both are treated together, people tend to do better. If you’re dealing with both, you haven’t failed. You’re dealing with two connected things, and there’s support for both. 🙏
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💼 We work with most insurances.
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🔗 Visit mypsychiatrist.com to book your first consultation