Chicago OCD and Drug Addiction Treatments

OCD and Addiction Treatment at Banyan Chicago

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder that is identified by repetitive and recurring thoughts which often cause anxiety and irrational fears. These thoughts can lead to repetitive behaviors, repetitive habits, and anxiety. Unfortunately, OCD and drug addiction are interconnected, and many people with this condition tend to turn to substance abuse to cope with their symptoms. We offer OCD and addiction treatment at Banyan Chicago to help patients that are experiencing this particular type of co-occurring disorder. If you’re struggling with obsessive compulsive disorder and addiction, the treatment professionals at our drug and alcohol treatment center in Chicago are standing by to help you heal.

Early Signs of OCD and Co-Occurring Disorders

Before treating these conditions individually, it’s important to understand the difference between OCD and addiction. OCD refers to an anxiety disorder defined by repetitive behavior, while addiction is a disease characterized by the inability to stop using drugs or alcohol. Although they’re different, obsessive compulsive personality disorder and substance abuse typically do not occur all on their own. Often, these disorders come to fruition at the same time, developing simultaneously. Compulsive behaviors in addiction are also common. OCD may emerge because of an addiction, or vice versa. Each situation is different, but it’s important to keep an eye out for any of the symptoms below.

The most common types of OCD symptoms include:

Hoarding items
Tapping or Ticks
Checking and rechecking locks
Irrational fears injuries or sickness
Cleaning rituals
Counting rituals
Excessive hand washing
Organizing rituals
A fear of germs

Anxiety disorders like OCD are among the most common mental illnesses in the U.S. These disorders affect around 40 million Americans ages 18 and older every year.1 OCD often emerges during a person’s late teens or early twenties, but it can also begin earlier. Sadly, many people attempt to cope with the symptoms of their condition by turning to drugs or alcohol. This, in turn, creates dependencies on harmful substances. Compulsive disorders and addiction often occur together. Fortunately, our OCD and addiction rehab program can help make healing a reality. Our dual diagnosis treatment in Chicago is one of the many comprehensive levels of treatment we offer to help patients find their sobriety and health.

Our Treatment for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Substance Abuse

Many different factors contribute to the development of OCD, drug addiction, alcoholism, and other disorders. Often, these underlying factors result in the development of co-occurring disorders. It is crucial to find a dual diagnosis rehab that offers effective treatment for all underlying issues related to patients’ conditions. Banyan Treatment Center Chicago is known for its personalized approach to co-occurring disorders treatment.

Our substance abuse treatment programs in Naperville can address both OCD and addiction, with approaches including:

Anxiety Treatment
Art Therapy
Biofeedback
Family Groups
Group Therapy
Individual Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Panic Disorder Treatment
Psychoeducational Group Therapy
Relapse Prevention
& More

Our treatment professionals focus on helping patients overcome obsessive compulsive disorder and alcoholism or drug addiction with personalized care. We want to support our patients during their recovery journey, encouraging continuous growth and sobriety. We believe that support is the cornerstone of successful OCD and substance abuse treatment.

You don’t have to struggle, the team at our Banyan rehab facility in Naperville is here to help you through all the stages of addiction recovery. If you or someone you know is struggling with a mental health disorder and substance abuse, help is just a phone call away. Contact us now for more information about the other mental disorders we treat as well as our unique programs and therapies at Banyan Chicago.