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Schizophrenia and addiction, or substance use disorder, often co-occur. In fact, an estimated 50 percent of individuals suffering from schizophrenia have a history of substance abuse. People with schizophrenia often engage in substance abuse as a way to self-medicate or alleviate feelings of anxiety and depression. Although substance abuse cannot cause schizophrenia, it can act as an environmental trigger. Someone with existing genetic risk factors for the disorder may develop an active case of schizophrenia after extended substance abuse. Using drugs, such as marijuana, cocaine and amphetamines, can also exacerbate schizophrenic symptoms and worsen their severity. Schizophrenia is often mistaken for substance abuse because the disorders have similar symptoms. This can sometimes make it difficult to diagnose schizophrenia or co-occurring disorders. However, researchers continue to study the disorders independently and concurrently to improve the accuracy of dual diagnosis. Golden Peak Recovery 4411 E Kentucky Ave, Glendale, CO 80246 720-833-1065 https://www.google.com/maps?cid=3096921180807875225

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