as in to accompany
to occur or exist at the same time the chronic depression that so often co-occurs with drug abuse

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Recent Examples of co-occur Psychiatric problems that often co-occur with ADHD, such as anxiety or depression, can worsen ADHD symptoms that are already present. Carol Mathews, The Conversation, 15 Oct. 2025 That help is critical since the disorder is associated with co-occurring mental health issues, a lower quality of life and life expectancy, and higher rates of disability, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2025 Another key point is that overdose is disproportionately impacting vulnerable groups including women, people of color, rural populations and individuals with co-occurring mental illness. Lipi Roy, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025 Currently, research is shifting to examine not only how the collaborative care model can address substance abuse symptoms but also the co-occurring mental health conditions. MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Aug. 2025 Postprandial hypotension is common in older adults and often co-occurs with orthostatic hypotension. Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 16 Aug. 2025 Excessive alcohol use is linked to cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, and mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression often co-occur with high levels of drinking. Cassie Shortsleeve, SELF, 3 Jan. 2025 Many individuals with autism also experience co-occurring health issues such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, seizures, or chronic gastrointestinal problems. Bloomberg, The Mercury News, 27 Dec. 2024
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  • The numbers fluctuate over the years, but, as a broad trend, the improvement in pass completion and the number of passes made per game over the past decade was accompanied by a significant rise in goals scored and, in particular, the proportion of goals scored from open play.
    Oliver Kay, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
  • The Labubu craze doesn’t seem to be dying down any time soon, as new, mainstream, and rare editions are all in high demand, and fans often look for clothing and event advent calendars to accompany their cute yet scary figurines.
    Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 16 Oct. 2025
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  • The Philippines is entering a demographic juncture as slowing population growth coincides with a rising number of working-age and dependent individuals, a senior official said this week.
    Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
  • The Orionids meteor shower peaks October 20th/21st here in 2025, coinciding with a new Moon.
    Big Think, Big Think, 13 Oct. 2025
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  • The bold look ensures that in spaces like bathrooms and mudrooms, form and function are able to coexist.
    Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2025
  • Her words reminded me that processing loss is valid and necessary, and that grief can coexist with intentional reflection and recalibration.
    Essence, Essence, 10 Oct. 2025

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“Co-occur.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/co-occur. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.

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