C O - O C C U R R I N G M E N TA L H E A LT H S E R I E S : BIPOLAR DISORDER and Addiction
C O - O C C U R R I N G M E N T A L H E A L T H S E R I E S :
BIPOLAR DISORDERand Addiction
What isBIPOLAR DISORDER?
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A mental disorder that creates an erratic
behavioral pattern with rapid mood shifts
and changes in energy levels.
It is characterized by frequently having
a wide range of emotions and a lack of
control over emotions.
The lack of control can influence changes
in behavior.
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Symptoms of BIPOLAR DISORDER
Bipolar Disorder may cause severe “mood episodes” that include mania and depression.
Happiness
Anxiety
Depression
InsomniaHallucinations
Self-loathing
General Fatigue
A manic episode is when a person is
extremely happy, and a depressive
episode is when a person feels like
they are in the depths of despair.
These mood episodes influence
behavioral changes.
A mood episode can include
symptoms of mania and depression
together – called a mixed state.*
*According to the National Institute of Mental Health
MANIC vs.
DEPRESSIVEE P I S O D E S
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T H EC O N N E C T I O N B E T W E E N
BIPOLAR DISORDER and Addiction
of individuals with bipolar disorder who participated in a national study had experienced drug or alcohol addiction during their lifetime.*
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A B O U T
56%
A person suffering from bipolar disorder may start to self-medicateT O A L L E V I A T E T H E S Y M P T O M S ,
B E G I N N I N G T H E C Y C L E O F A D D I C T I O N
Drugs can Cause a DANGEROUS CYCLE
F O R T H O S E W H O S U F F E R F R O M B I P O L A R D I S O R D E R
These drugs can also trigger manic episodes that makes more drugs and alcohol needed.
These drugs offer only temporary relief.
Someone with bipolar disorder uses drugs like cocaine, opiates, prescription medication, or alcohol.
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W H O I S A F F E C T E D B Y
CO-OCCURRING BIPOLAR DISORDER
and Addiction?
YOUNG
FEMALE
MALE
OLD
Young males have a higher rate of substance abuse than older males
and females of any age.*
Young females are less likely to be affected, but can still
have co-occurring bipolar disorder and addiction.
Bipolar disorder can affect anyone regardless of age.
*According to the Bipolar Journal
A person with co-occurring bipolar disorder
and addiction must have both conditions
treated in an integrated program.
The right medication needs to be
prescribed to combat the symptoms
of bipolar disorder so that clients can
begin to recover from their addiction.
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What is aDUAL-DIAGNOSIS
T R E A T M E N T P R O G R A M ?
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HowCORNERSTONE
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Cornerstone Recovery Center offers a
Co-occurring Mental Health Program that
is personalized for each individual.
Our staff includes our psychiatrist,
licensed mental health counselors,
certified addiction professionals and
counselors, certified behavioral health
technicians, nurses, social workers, and
certified recovery and family coaches.
Cornerstone Recovery Center is located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL,
yet we work with many clients from out of state. Our newly
renovated residential facility, located on Ft. Lauderdale’s
Intracoastal Waterway, is only steps from the beach.
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Are you or a loved one struggling with a co-occurring mental health disorder and addiction?
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