Do Other Illnesses Co Occur With Bipolar Disorder

By Brad Shamis, Ph.D
Licensed Psychologist


Alcohol and drug abuses are very common among people with bipolar disorder. Research finding suggest that many factors may contribute to these substance abuse problems, including self-medication of symptoms, mood symptoms either brought on or perpetuated by substance abuse, and risk factors that may influence the occurrence of both bipolar disorder and substance use disorders. Treatment for co-occurring substance abuse, when present, is an important part of the overall treatment plan.

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