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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  • Even before today’s announcement, though, Medicare could cover the drugs for other conditions that often accompany being overweight, such as diabetes and sleep apnea.
    Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Each dish can be paired with Carbone Riviera’s impressive wine list, focused in on Champagne, white Burgundy, and coastal Italian vino accompanied by reds from Tuscany, Burgundy and Piedmont.
    Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2025
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  • The watches coincide with active weather patterns and gusty winds, increasing the potential for tree damage and road closures that can complicate commutes and disrupt essential services.
    Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2025
  • As more people buy a ticket for a particular day, prices go up—meaning high ticket prices will coincide with a busier day on the mountain.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 10 Nov. 2025
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  • Ultimately, those two things can’t coexist.
    Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 5 Nov. 2025
  • Community ecology, or the study of coexisting organisms, is a relatively young branch of science, and rapidly changing.
    Shaun McKinnon, AZCentral.com, 4 Nov. 2025

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“Co-occur.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/co-occur. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.

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