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Self-Medication and Substance Use
How untreated mental health conditions drive addiction.
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Self-medication and substance use in Canada are complex topics that intersect with mental health, addiction treatment, and public health policy. Self-medication refers to the use of substancesā€”legal or illegalā€”to alleviate symptoms of psychological distress, physical pain, or mental health conditions. This practice is often linked to co-occurring disorders, where individuals experience both mental health challenges and substance use disorders simultaneously.

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