Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Often times, a diagnosis of substance addiction or alcohol dependency, can come accompanied with mental conditions. In fact, it is more often than not that the individuals who come to see us for addictions recovery, end up finding out about, or taking care of psychological conditions simultaneously. Clinicians refer to these clients as ‘Dual-Diagnosis’ patients. Because of the frequency, and importance of this issue, (Location Name) offers a complete dual-diagnosis treatment program.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health: The Correlation
The knowledge of the damage that can be caused by the misuse, or over consumption, of drugs and alcohol, is incredibly present in our society today. There are ads and warnings about psychosis, loss of functionality, and complete breakdown at every turn. What is spoke about a bit less, however, is the immensely honest reality that a lot of people with mental illnesses are being misdiagnosed, or going untreated. Consequently, turning to substances that have the potential for abuse and addiction …show more content…
Because of the fact that every client is different than the next, it is important for us to critique the individual plans to fit the needs of select patients.
Initially, upon arrival to (Location Name), located in Stuart, Florida, you are tasked to go through the generic intake. This is given to ever client, and has all around similarities. What we do after the intake phase, is to give the clients an intricate assessment. This includes previous mental history, medical history, family history, and previous drug history, among others. From this phase, a starting point is set for the clients’ rehabilitation
Often times, a diagnosis of substance addiction or alcohol dependency, can come accompanied with mental conditions. In fact, it is more often than not that the individuals who come to see us for addictions recovery, end up finding out about, or taking care of psychological conditions simultaneously. Clinicians refer to these clients as ‘Dual-Diagnosis’ patients. Because of the frequency, and importance of this issue, (Location Name) offers a complete dual-diagnosis treatment program.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health: The Correlation
The knowledge of the damage that can be caused by the misuse, or over consumption, of drugs and alcohol, is incredibly present in our society today. There are ads and warnings about psychosis, loss of functionality, and complete breakdown at every turn. What is spoke about a bit less, however, is the immensely honest reality that a lot of people with mental illnesses are being misdiagnosed, or going untreated. Consequently, turning to substances that have the potential for abuse and addiction …show more content…
Because of the fact that every client is different than the next, it is important for us to critique the individual plans to fit the needs of select patients.
Initially, upon arrival to (Location Name), located in Stuart, Florida, you are tasked to go through the generic intake. This is given to ever client, and has all around similarities. What we do after the intake phase, is to give the clients an intricate assessment. This includes previous mental history, medical history, family history, and previous drug history, among others. From this phase, a starting point is set for the clients’ rehabilitation