Does PTSD Cause Drug Addiction?

Drug addiction is often driven by trauma. PTSD and drug addiction share a complex and sad relationship. Our video explores the ways PTSD can cause - and feed - drug addiction.
PTSD and addiction are bad by themselves. When combined, they’re devastating. But they’re both treatable. Reach out to The Edge Treatment Center today at 844-590-0403 for the lowdown on our effective dual diagnosis treatment programs.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Why does PTSD lead to drug addiction
00:20 - Trauma and the brain
00:40 - Alcohol and PTSD
01:11 - PTSD and emotional outbursts
02:00 - Treatment for PTSD