Do I Have Co-Occurring Disorders?
If you drink wine every evening to combat the depression you feel throughout the day, you may wonder, “Do I have co-occurring disorders?” And it’s possible you do. About 45% of Americans have a dual diagnosis, which is when a person has more than one mental health disorder. When disorders co-occur, the best way to […]
What to Expect in Dual Diagnosis Treatment
What is dual diagnosis treatment? It’s the treatment for one or more disorders that occur alongside addiction. Often, someone who struggles with substance use disorder also suffers from a mental health condition such as depression or anxiety. Thus, for the best results, both conditions must be treated. Dual diagnosis treatment is one of the Principles […]
What Is Dual Diagnosis Treatment?
Nearly one-third of individuals with mental illnesses and almost one-half of those with severe mental illnesses also suffer from co-existing problems with addiction or substance abuse. Likewise, more than one-third of all alcohol abusers and over half of all drug abusers suffer from some form of mental illnesses. When individuals struggle with both, professionals call […]