Dual Diagnosis is when people struggle with both mental illness and substance abuse. It is estimated that as many as 45% of people with addiction also have a co-occurring mental…

Paranoia is the continuous and irrational feeling that people are “out to get you.” Drug use, dementia, or mental illness can all be causes of paranoia. Paranoia can affect a…

Depressive Psychosis is a combination of major depression with psychotic symptoms. Other names for this illness include: Delusional depression Psychotic depression Psychotic major depression  A major depressive disorder with mood-congruent…

Buprenorphine, also known as Subutex, is used to treat withdrawal symptoms. The drug produces a euphoric feeling, thus raising the potential for abuse. Subutex is sometimes prescribed to treat withdrawal…

Methylphenidate, most commonly referred to as Concerta, is a prescription stimulant prescribed to treat ADHD. When used under a doctor's care as a treatment for ADHD, Concerta has a calming…

Demerol is a prescription pain reliever prescribed to treat moderate to severe pain. Opioid drugs such as Demerol can become highly addictive when abused because of the “euphoric high” drug…