What comes first: Substance abuse or the mental health problem?

People with mental illness often self-medicate with drugs or alcohol to ease their symptoms. It might temporarily relieve the intensity of the illness, but it ultimately makes the situation worse. Substance abuse can mask the symptoms of mental illness, making it difficult to diagnose and treat. Besides providing temporary relief from mental health issues, self-medicating […]

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