MENTAL HEALTH IN THE HEART OF MAUN

The relationship between mental health and drug use is complex and often turns into a vicious cycle. Many wonder whether mental health problems like depression or anxiety lead to substance use, or if substance use triggers or worsens these problems. In this article, we’ll explore this connection and how both factors feed into each other. 🧠💭💊 What Comes First: Mental Illness or Drug Addiction? One of the most common questions is whether addiction is caused by mental health issues, or if drugs cause mental health problems. The reality is that it can be both, and each case is unique. Here are two possible scenarios: 1. Mental Health Problems Leading to Substance Use Many people with mental health disorders, such as depression or anxiety, turn to drug use as a form of self-medication. The emotional distress can be so overwhelming that substance use may seem like an escape or a way to temporarily alleviate symptoms. However, this relief is short-lived, and in the long term, drug use wors...