What are co-occurring disorders?

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Why should my adolescent be screened?

Identifying and treating teens with COD or at risk for COD will prevent diminished quality of life. Untreated symptoms may cause mood changes, poor grades, inability to get along with peers or adults, and legal problems. In addition, the earlier needed treatment begins, the sooner recovery is achieved.


FACTS

In 2004, there were 4.6 million adults with both serious psychological distress and a substance use disorder:

  • 41.4% received treatment only for mental health problems;

  • 5% received treatment only for substance use problems;

  • 6% received treatment for both mental health and substance use problems;

  • 47.5% did not receive any treatment.

    *Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2005) Results from the 2004 National Survey on Drug Use and Health: National Findings (Office of Applied Studies, NSDUH Series H-28, DHHS Publication No. SMA05-4062). Rockville MD.

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DOES YOUR TEENAGER USE OR RELY
ON ALCHOHOL OR DRUGS?

If so, consider the following (click here).