Tag Archives: dual diagnosis

  • Understanding Dual Diagnosis
    Sunday, August 20th, 2023

    Understanding Dual Diagnosis

    What Is Dual Diagnosis? Dual diagnosis, also known as co-occurring disorders, refers to the presence of two or more distinct and diagnosable mental health conditions or substance use disorders...
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  • Addiction Free Resolution
    Wednesday, December 27th, 2017

    Addiction Free Resolution

    The start of a new year is the perfect time for fresh motivation and new goals to get your life back on track. There is no better time than...
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  • Mental Health and Substance Abuse Disorders
    Monday, October 2nd, 2017

    Mental Health and Substance Abuse Disorders

    Every year on October 10, people around the world observe World Mental Health day, with the overall objective of raising awareness of mental health issues globally and mobilizing efforts...
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  • Gender Differences in a Dual Diagnosis
    Monday, May 22nd, 2017

    Gender Differences in a Dual Diagnosis

    Dual diagnosis occurs when an individual is simultaneously struggling with a mental illness and substance abuse disorder. Regardless of which one occurred first, the substance abuse or mental illness,...
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  • Tuesday, August 23rd, 2016

    Dual Diagnosis and Treatment

    Dual Diagnosis and Treatment: Dual diagnosis is when a drug or alcohol addiction is paired with mental illness. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, around...
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