Alcohol Research: Current Reviews | Integrating Treatment for Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions

Alcohol Research: Current Reviews | Integrating Treatment for Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions

Integrating Treatment for Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions

Given the high co-occurrence between alcohol use disorder (AUD) and mental health conditions (MHCs) it is important that co-occurring disorders be addressed in integrated treatment. This article reviews the prevalence of co-occurring AUD and MHCs, screening tools to identify individuals with symptoms of AUD and MHCs, and subsequent assessment of co-occurring disorders. Types of integrated treatment and current challenges to integrate treatment for co-occurring disorders are reviewed.