drug abuse and dependence. Furthermore, individuals with bipolar and alcohol use disorders, which commonly co-occur (Blanco et al., 2002; Hasin et al., 2007; Oquendo et al., 2010), may enter the treatment system through the treatment of bipolar disorder and then be referred for the treatment of their alcohol abuse or dependence, while individuals with bipolar disorder and drug abuse or dependence seek help directly in substance abuse treatment-settings.
