You receive a dual diagnosis when you have co-occurring conditions. Often, this is used to describe co-occurring substance use disorder (SUD) and mental health conditions. Co-occurring conditions can cause challenges if they’re not treated simultaneously since one condition can worsen the other. Dual diagnosis treatment provides comprehensive support and care for both conditions, leading to better outcomes and a higher chance of recovery for many people.
Discover Recovery offers dual diagnosis treatment in Long Beach and Camas, WA. You can find help for yourself or a loved one by calling us today.
When Should You Find Help?
A dual diagnosis could be for co-occurring opioid use and anxiety, cocaine use and depression, alcohol use and PTSD—any combination of mental health and substance use issues. Whether you started using drugs to cope with your mental health or experimental use led to mental health challenges, help is available. It’s time to reach out when:
- You’re struggling to manage your mental health symptoms without drinking or using drugs
- Your substance use is causing negative impacts on your mental and physical health
- You experience frequent relapses or have difficulty staying sober
- You notice a pattern of using substances as a way to cope with difficult emotions or situations
- Your relationships, job duties, or daily functioning are being affected by both your mental health and substance use
- You feel like you can’t control your substance use, even when you want to stop
- You have tried to get sober before and relapsed
Reaching out for help is okay. You don’t have to try to do it on your own. Professional dual diagnosis treatment can help you gain a new perspective on your mental health and teach you strategies for staying sober that you may not have tried yet.
Finding the Right Dual Diagnosis Support
There are likely multiple providers or treatment centers near you that provide dual diagnosis treatment. There are different levels of care available, specialized programs, and types of treatment available. Take time to research them to find the right one. During your search, consider:
Level of Care
If you’re still in active use—drinking or using drugs—there’s a chance you’ll need medical detox before starting long-term treatment. Detox helps stabilize you physically and mentally after you stop drinking or using. After detox (or if you don’t need it), residential treatment might be the right level of care. During residential treatment, you’ll receive 24/7 support living in a treatment center and engage in professional therapy and counseling.
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+18442884672 Location
Is the treatment center or provider’s office near you? Or is it in a location you won’t mind living in or are excited to visit? Residential treatment will require you to live away from home, so picking a place you feel comfortable in is important.
Personalized Treatment
Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, look for programs that provide personalized treatment. You have unique experiences and needs, so treatment should address them all. For instance, if you have a history of trauma in addition to your substance use, trauma-informed therapy programs can help you explore your mental health and process your experiences while avoiding re-traumatization.
Specialized Programs
Some treatment centers offer programs that deliver meaningful care to specific groups of people. Veterans and professionals programs are available at many treatment centers. You may also find gender-specific programs, like women-only groups or men’s therapy programs.
Support After Treatment
Dual diagnosis treatment isn’t just about the time you spend in residential care. It’s about creating a foundation for long-term recovery and providing resources after you leave. Look for providers or treatment centers that offer ongoing support, such as alumni programs or outpatient services.
Get the Help You Deserve
The team at Discover Recovery is here to support you or your loved one in the journey toward recovery. Our dual diagnosis program is tailored to each client’s needs, providing comprehensive care and support for both mental health and substance use. Don’t wait any longer. Contact us today to find help.
