Mental Health Disorder vs. Dual Diagnosis: What’s the Difference?
Mental health disorders can affect a person’s thoughts, emotions, behaviors, relationships, and ability to manage everyday responsibilities. Sometimes, a person experiences a mental health disorder on its own. In other cases, a mental health disorder occurs alongside a substance use disorder, creating what is commonly called a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder. Understanding the difference […]
Dual Diagnosis: Treating Mental Health & Addiction Together
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 […]