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Smoking &
alcohol:
The physical and mental health of a
person are interconnected. There is a link between smoking and drinking and mental health problems. Cutting these things
out of one's life is a simple step that can help a person to overcome mental health difficulties. Teenagers
may experiment with marijuana or other drugs, unbeknownst to their parents. This also can lead to depression or other mental
health disorders. Strong encouragement for a patient to quit smoking, or denying access to such when in the hospital or as
far as one is able, can be an aid in helping someone recover from mental illness. Something as simple as quitting smoking
can make a huge difference for some. For most, drinking a moderate amount of alcohol is not at all harmful. For some with
mental health issues, it can be difficult to control and doing without is the course of wisdom.
There is a correlation between alcohol (and drug) abuse with bipolar
disorder. Some studies suggest that over 60% of those who suffer with bipolar disorder also struggle with some form of substance
abuse
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