3. What is Dual
Diagnosis?
Dual diagnosis occurs when someone has both
a mental disorder and an alcohol or drug problem. These conditions occur together
frequently. In particular, alcohol and drug problems tend to occur with •
Depression (http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/anxiety.html)
•
Anxiety disorders (http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/depression-easy-to-read.shtml)
•
Schizophrenia (http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/schizophrenia/complete-publication.shtml)
• Personality disorders (http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/borderline-personality-disorder.shtml)
Sometimes
the mental problem occurs first. This can lead people to use alcohol or drugs
that make them feel better temporarily. Sometimes the substance abuse occurs first.
Over time, that can lead to emotional and mental problems.
To get better,
someone with a dual diagnosis must treat
both conditions. First, the person must go for a period of time without using
alcohol or drugs. This is called detoxification.
The next step is rehabilitation for
the substance problem and treatment for the mental disorder. This step might
include medicines, support groups and talk therapy.
Information
contained above is courtesy of The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) for
more information please visit: http://www.nlm.nih.gov
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