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Addiction and mental health conditions often occur together. This is referred to as a co-occurring disorder or dual diagnosis condition and is more common than many people realize. In fact, recent statistics show as many as half of the people who seek treatment for a mental health condition also have a substance use disorder. Dual diagnosis conditions are closely related, although research has yet to provide evidence concerning whether one condition actually “causes” the other. What is clearly understood is that the symptoms you may experience as part of a mental health struggle often lead to harmful coping mechanisms, including drug or alcohol use. When used long-term, poor coping strategies will often cause new or worsening mental health symptoms.
Having a dual diagnosis means you struggle with the symptoms of a mental health condition and a substance use disorder at the same time. It is often challenging for treatment professionals to know how to address dual diagnosis disorders because the symptoms of the separate illnesses are highly intertwined, and many symptoms overlap. It is necessary to address both conditions during the same treatment program at a dual diagnosis treatment center in Dallas to ensure the highest opportunity for successful recovery.
Providers at a treatment center specializing in dual diagnosis treatment understand the challenges associated with co-occurring disorder treatment. Choosing a program where treatment professionals are trained to help you address your unique treatment needs is essential to a safe and successful recovery in the short-term and improved relapse prevention in the future. A dual diagnosis treatment plan allows your treatment team to focus on all areas of the problem, ensuring you have the most comprehensive recovery opportunity.
Dual diagnosis treatment programs identify and address underlying mental health conditions that may have led to harmful coping behaviors like substance abuse. Addiction (or substance use disorders) often develop out of turning to drugs or alcohol to self-medicate mental health symptoms. An evidence-based dual diagnosis therapy program can help you better understand the impacts of using substances to self-medicate. It can also help you learn safer and healthier coping strategies to use when faced with triggers or difficult symptoms.
In Dallas, TX, dual diagnosis treatment centers use evidence-based therapies such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), combined with alternative therapy models, to provide the most well-rounded, comprehensive treatment program possible. As a part of regular counseling sessions, you will participate in a range of therapy sessions designed to support both addiction and mental health treatment needs.
There are many types of drug and alcohol treatment programs providing different levels of care. It is essential to choose the right rehab where your specific treatment needs are addressed as part of your treatment plan. In the inpatient treatment environment, you are required to live on-site at the rehab facility, and all of your therapeutic sessions occur there. With outpatient rehab, you can continue to live at home while attending therapy sessions at a local rehab. Often, therapy sessions happen in the same rehab location as inpatient therapy. Both inpatient and outpatient treatment programs provide a combination of individual (one-to-one), group, and family therapy sessions. In addition, many include or offer dual diagnosis treatment, nutritional education, physical fitness, and alternative therapies as part of a holistic and comprehensive treatment program.
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For many years members of the medical and mental health communities believed addiction and mental illness should be addressed separately as part of separate treatment programs. Unfortunately, this process often led to inadequate treatment of both conditions. Although data doesn’t support the idea that one “causes” the other, addiction and mental illness share many common symptoms. Also, when one struggles with a mental illness, the desire to reduce the severity or intensity of their symptoms can (and frequently does) lead to drug or alcohol use and abuse. Without comprehensive dual disorder treatment, this cycle can be challenging, if not impossible, to break.
Fortunately, the process behind dual diagnosis treatment has evolved. Today, the mental health and addiction treatment communities understand dual diagnosis does not represent two separate struggles. In fact, the opposite is true in that these conditions are deeply integrated from the physical, psychological, and behavioral perspectives. This deep connection means the best overall treatment outcomes are achieved through comprehensive, integrated addiction and mental health treatment. There are many reasons why dual diagnosis treatment is needed and beneficial. These benefits include:
Developing comprehensive coping skills that allow you to manage triggers that impact both addiction and mental health symptoms.
Access to a treatment program that provides evidence-based and alternative therapies that focus on addressing both addiction and mental health together.
Dual diagnosis programs in Dallas have treatment staff who are trained in addressing the unique needs of dual diagnosis treatment.
A dual diagnosis program will help you learn more about how addiction and mental health are related and how failure to address one illness can cause obstacles related to healing, including potential relapse.
Access to medication-assisted therapeutic treatments using medications designed to address both addiction and mental health.
Data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Association (SAMHSA) indicates how common dual diagnosis struggles are in the United States. According to recent data, more than 8.5 million adults (age eighteen and older) struggled with a dual diagnosis condition in the last year. This accounts for roughly 4% of the national population. When you choose a dual diagnosis treatment center in Dallas, you can expect a multi-stage treatment approach. Most programs begin with an assessment and comprehensive detox, followed by therapy and aftercare. A comprehensive assessment is often the first step. An assessment, or intake interview, is essential as it allows your treatment team to understand more about your symptoms, your medical history, and your experiences with addiction treatment. During the interview, the members of your treatment team will ask you questions about your medical and mental health history. They will also ask you questions about your history with addiction and relapse. It is vital for them to have a complete understanding of your current health so they can design a treatment program focused on your specific needs. In addition to a program that addresses your specific treatment needs and goals, it is also important to search for a few other essential characteristics. First, learn about the staff at the rehab. The best, and most successful addiction rehabs, ensure that their clinical team has the appropriate credentials and licenses to provide drug rehab services. If clinical staff is not licensed or accredited, it is possible they may not have the level of training or expertise you need to learn the skills and tools required to attain and maintain lasting sobriety.
In many cases, the second step of a dual diagnosis treatment program is detox. The detox process will help you safely and successfully wean off drugs or alcohol under medical supervision. Depending on the severity and duration of your addiction, this process may take between three days and up to one week. Throughout detox, a team of skilled medical professionals will monitor your physical and emotional health to ensure your safety and success. Once detox is complete, and withdrawal symptoms are adequately managed, you will transition into a therapeutic program designed to address the symptoms of addiction and your mental health. Depending on your specific treatment needs, you will participate in a range of therapies, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and other alternative therapies. Therapeutic sessions may take place in an individual, group, or family setting. As part of many dual diagnosis treatment programs, participation in peer support groups such as 12 step programs are also a vital part of treatment. As your treatment at our dual diagnosis treatment center in Texas come to an end, your team at our drug rehab in Dallas will work with you to design an individualized aftercare plan that includes ongoing support and therapeutic options.
If you struggle with a dual diagnosis, it is vital to seek treatment at a dual diagnosis treatment center like Dallas Detox Center. Dual diagnosis treatment programs are specifically designed to address the unique challenges of overcoming addiction and mental health struggles as part of the same comprehensive treatment program. Unfortunately, not all mental health treatment programs are equipped to manage addiction and vice versa. Completing a program that addresses only one part of your overall wellbeing increases your risk for relapse or new or worsening symptoms when symptoms of the condition left untreated return.
At our inpatient rehab in Dallas, our caring and compassionate treatment staff understand the challenges may experience when deciding to seek treatment. If you struggle with addiction and a mental health condition, it is essential to choose a program like Dallas Detox Center, where you can feel safe and comfortable as you progress through your treatment journey. Choosing a dual diagnosis treatment center in Dallas, Texas, ensures you will receive the care and support you need to overcome both conditions. To more about our programs and how we can help you overcome the struggles of dual diagnosis, contact our admissions team today.
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