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DB # 1 WEEK 8 In many cases, mental illness and addiction can feed off one another, making it impossible to determine which developed first. Addiction and mental illness can have a complex relationship. If you or someone you care about is struggling with addiction or possibly a mental illness, you must get professional treatment. When someone has both depression and alcoholism, it can be difficult to determine which disorder developed first: the addiction or the mental illness. It's unclear in this instance whether the alcoholism precipitated the depressive symptoms or if the person started drinking to deal with their depression. This situation has multiple explanations, and without additional analysis, it is frequently challenging to decide which originated first. it's possible that the individual started drinking alcohol as a coping mechanism for their depression. Given that alcohol can momentarily lessen depressive symptoms, this is a common coping strategy. However, alcohol consumption can exacerbate depression over time, creating a vicious cycle of alcohol consumption and depression. It's also possible that the individual began drinking alcohol with no intention of using it as a coping mechanism for their depression. However, alcohol consumption eventually resulted in the emergence of depression symptoms. This is a common occurrence because drinking alcohol can alter the chemistry of the brain, which can lead to depression. Another possibility is that the individual's alcohol consumption and the onset of depressive symptoms were caused by a pre-existing mental illness. Drug use disorders are more common in patients with cognitive diseases, so this is a common occurrence. It is frequently difficult to determine which came first, the mental illness or the addiction, in any of these scenarios. This is due to the frequently complex relationship that exists between mental illness and addiction. In many cases, the two disorders can feed off one another, making it difficult to tell which came first. If you or someone you know is suffering from addiction or mental illness, you must seek professional assistance. There are numerous resources available to assist people in obtaining the treatment they require. Levinthal, C. (2023). Drugs, behavior, and modern society (9th ed.). Pearson Publishing ISBN- 13: 9780135385340 DB # 2 How would you incorporate psychopharmacological treatment when working with a client suffering from anxiety and addiction? What types of medication would you expect the client to be prescribed? What medications should not be prescribed?

A client with anxiety should first be encouraged to eat healthily, exercise, and get enough sleep. Discourage taking drugs or alcohol to cope with anxiety. Encourage your friends and family to stay in touch, but do not force them to. Talk openly about the situation. What is the initial course of treatment for anxiety disorders? Not only can MAOIs cause weight gain, insomnia, and dizziness, but they can also cause medication interactions and dietary restrictions. For people who require fast onset and do not abuse substances, benzodiazepines are an excellent first-line treatment for PD (panic disorder), SAD, and GAD (generalized anxiety disorder). Treating someone who suffers from both an addiction and anxiety is challenging. Anxiety disorders can also result in drug use, but intoxication and withdrawal can also cause anxiety symptoms. Psychopharmacology's role in addiction and anxiety disorders is quickly developing. Social workers, psychologists, and clinicians need to know what drugs a client might be prescribed. The client must be aware of the use, adverse effects, and potential dangers of combining psychopharmacology with alcohol or illegal drugs before permitting to use of it in therapy (Brady et al., 2013). If a client presented with anxiety and addiction, I would treat them with psychopharmacology, but it would not be my primary treatment approach. It might be necessary in the months that follow withdrawal and detoxification. However, integrating psychopharmacology into cognitive-behavioral therapies may lessen recurrence risk and anxiety symptoms. A person needs to develop new coping strategies and positive habits to recover. Brady, K. T., Haynes, L. F., Hartwell, K. J., & Killeen, T. K. (2013). Substance use disorders and anxiety: a treatment challenge for social workers. Social work in public health, 28 (3-4), 407- 423. Levinthal, C. (2023). Drugs, behavior, and modern society (9th ed.). Pearson Publishing ISBN- 13: 978013538534

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