Dual Diagnosis: Treating Mental Health & Addiction Together

A cartoon image of two people pulling apart a giant head, depicting the split between addiction and mental health challenges a person can face.

When a person struggles with both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder simultaneously, it is known as a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorders. Dual diagnosis is more common than many people realize, and presents unique challenges for individuals, families, and treatment providers alike. For families watching a loved one cycle through periods […]