Substance Abuse in Brief Fact Sheet

August 14, 2008 It is estimated that approximately 4.6 million American adults have both substance use disorders (SUDs) and mental disorders (MDs). Other terms for these co-occurring disorders (CODs) are dual diagnosis and comorbidity. Early recognition and treatment of these CODs are essential to improving treatment outcomes and quality of life for these patients. This publication will help primary care providers identify patients with CODs and provide appropriate treatment for these patients . . .