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People with mental illness are more likely to battle alcohol and drug addiction than their peers. In fact, bipolar disorder and substance abuse often go hand in hand. Using substances interferes with treatment and makes recovery very difficult, so it is imperative to avoid alcohol and drugs at all costs.

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About 75% of individuals with serious mental illness are tobacco dependent, compared to approximately 22% of the general population.1,2 In fact, about 44% of all the cigarettes consumed in the U.S. are by individuals with a mental illness and/or substance use disorder.3 Those with psychiatric disorders tend to smoke more cigarettes per day and…

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John McManamy, Health Guide, commented on The Cruel Double Whammy: Bipolar and… Hey, Tabby. Your comment that self-medication does not improve the illness…

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John McManamy, Health Guide, answered Is it bad to use alcohol when you are… Hi, Chad. Alcohol and meds are not a good mix. Certainly, don't drink…

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John McManamy, Health Guide, answered bipolar partner drinks, and takes drugs… Hi, Samantha. I'm going to serve this straight up: As things stand right…

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John McManamy, Health Guide, answered How does marijuana effect bipolar men… Hi, Overlyanimated. You can make a theoretical case that cannabis in micro…

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