The Importance of Mental Health in Addiction Recovery

Written By Lauren Best

Why Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Go Hand in Hand

Did you know that nearly 50% of people with a substance use disorder also have a co-occurring mental health condition like anxiety, depression, or PTSD? Treating both issues is essential for long-term sobriety.

How Mental Health Affects Addiction

  • Self-Medication – Many individuals use drugs or alcohol to cope with undiagnosed mental health conditions.

  • Trauma & PTSD – Past trauma increases the risk of substance abuse.

  • Depression & Anxiety – Untreated mood disorders can lead to relapse.

How We Treat Mental Health and Addiction Together

At The Barbell Saves Outpatient Center, our program includes:

  • Dual Diagnosis Treatment – Addressing both addiction and mental health.

  • Therapeutic Techniques – CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness practices.

  • Holistic Healing – Exercise, yoga, and nutritional counseling to support mental well-being.

Need a treatment program in Arizona that prioritizes mental health? Call us today to learn more!

Lauren Best
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