Anxiety and Addiction: How They Feed Each Other
Anxiety disorders and substance use disorders frequently occur together. Learn why they overlap, how they reinforce each other, and what integrated treatment looks like.
Dr. James Thompson is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. He earned his doctorate in clinical psychology from Rutgers University and completed his postdoctoral training at the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Dr. Thompson has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles on addiction treatment, dual diagnosis, and relapse prevention. He is board-certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology.
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Anxiety disorders and substance use disorders frequently occur together. Learn why they overlap, how they reinforce each other, and what integrated treatment looks like.
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