Sergio Valencia

MD, MS

Serg Valencia is an addiction medicine writer and psychologist who merges clinical knowledge with the human side of medical content. His specialty is writing about mental health interventions, recovery treatment options, and clinical developments in an accessible yet evidence-based manner.

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Articles by Sergio Valencia

OCD and addiction often co-occur. Learn all about this dual diagnosis and find effective treatment help at Detox.com

Understanding OCD and Addiction: Signs, Risks, and Recovery Options

In This Article What Is OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)? How OCD and Addiction Are Linked Types of OCD and Addictions to Watch For Signs You or Someone You Know Struggles with OCD and Addiction Short-Term …

Borderline personality disorder and addiction often co-occur. Learn all about this disorder and how to find effective treatment help.

Borderline Personality Disorder & Addiction [ + Recovery Toolkit ]

In This Article What is Borderline Personality Disorder? Causes of Borderline Personality Disorder The Connection Between BPD and Addiction Statistics on BPD and Addiction The Impact of BPD and Addiction on Daily Life Treatment Options …

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IV Meth Addiction: Dangers, Signs, and How to Get Help

In This Article What Is IV Meth (Intravenous Methamphetamine)? Why Is Shooting Meth More Dangerous Than Other Methods? Signs Someone May Be Injecting Meth Common Health Consequences of IV Meth Use Not Sure How to …

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13 Warning Signs of Cocaine Overdose and How to Get Help Now

In This Article How Common is Cocaine Overdose? What is Cocaine Toxicity? 13 Signs of a Cocaine Overdose How Much Cocaine Can Cause an Overdose? How to Know if Someone is Overdosing Right Now What …

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