Why are patients with co-occurring disorders particularly challenging to the medical team?
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According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), millions of adults in the United States have co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, creating a complex web of medical, social, and psychological needs. Addressing these cases is a major reason why are patients with co-occurring disorders particularly challenging to the medical team, requiring nuanced and coordinated care to improve outcomes.