Why Do People With Depression Develop Substance Abuse Problems?

Published July 26, 2010

Question by Nicole: Why do people with depression develop substance abuse problems?
Im doing a report and i saw that people with depression usually develop substance abuse problems.Why is this?

Best answer:

Answer by D.D
They think it will help them with removing or avoiding their moods, when it doesnt work. they eventually have to face whatever is causing it., and heal it.

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