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How to identify addiction
You can identify an addiction using common sense as well as physical, behavioral and psychological warning signs. More here on identifying addiction.
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Why do psychiatrists drug test?
Psychiatrists drug test to make diagnosis, monitor your mental health treatment, or to diagnose possible addiction issues. More on why psychiatrists do (and don’t) drug test here.
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Do psychiatrists drug test?
Psychiatrists may drug test prior to providing a diagnosis and treatment plan for a patient. But there is no single standard. In fact, drug testing during psychiatric treatment may be mandated by a court or is based on personal doctor choice. More on psychiatrists and drug tests here.
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Coping with anxiety: Self-help or get help?
Is self-help for anxiety possible? Yes. Learn to know the difference between normal anxiety and problem anxiety. More on when to seek treatment for anxiety here.
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What does dual diagnosis mean?
Ever wondered what a dual diagnosis means? Should you consider a dual diagnosis for yourself? We explore here.



