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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