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Guest Post: Why Diagnosing Bipolar Disorder is So Tough by G. Alex Patten, MD

Bipolar Bandit

Without sobriety, medications and therapy will likely act only as band-aids that don’t reach the underlying problem. Substance use disorders – misdiagnosed as Bipolar Disorder – continue to rage unabated, causing chaos throughout all areas of peoples’ lives. Drinking and drug use likely get worse without detox and a sobriety program.

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NASW member comments on staying sober trend

Social Work Blog

“A month off and then some can do so much good for your overall well-being, your memory, your sleep, your digestion,” said NASW member Sabrina Spotorno , a clinical social worker and credentialed alcoholism and substance abuse counselor at Monument, an online platform for alcohol treatment and recovery.

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SUPRs — Illinois’s State-Funded Program for First-Time Rehab Patients

Gateway Foundation

The United States Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded over $110 million to the IDHS SUPR division since September 2016. Sobriety Support You can receive ongoing support, treatment, and resources from a SUPR-funded treatment center. What Type of Medical Treatment Is Available?

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SUPRs — Illinois’s State-Funded Program for First-Time Rehab Clients

Gateway Foundation

The United States Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded over $110 million to the IDHS SUPR division since September 2016. Sobriety Support You can receive ongoing support, treatment, and resources from a SUPR-funded treatment center. What Type of Medical Treatment Is Available?

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How to Get an Illinois DUI Evaluation

Gateway Foundation

Our DUI program can determine the best solutions for your needs, helping you regain your license, life, and sobriety. You can find compassionate and individualized Illinois addiction treatment at Gateway Foundation.

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How to Get an Illinois DUI Evaluation

Gateway Foundation

Our DUI program can determine the best solutions for your needs, helping you regain your license, life, and sobriety. You can find compassionate and individualized Illinois addiction treatment at Gateway Foundation.