Dual Diagnosis Disorder Treatment

Our integrated approach addresses both mental illness and substance use disorder simultaneously, ensuring comprehensive care for sustainable recovery.

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Dual Diagnosis Disorder, also known as co-occurring disorders or comorbidity, refers to the simultaneous presence of a mental disorder and a substance use disorder (SUD). This condition involves two separate illnesses, each requiring its own treatment plan. It is estimated that as many as half of those struggling with drug or alcohol addiction also have a form of mental illness.

Dual Diagnosis Disorder is sometimes misunderstood by the medical community. Treating the addiction without addressing the underlying mental health condition can lead to a high relapse rate. If the two conditions are treated separately by different healthcare providers, there may be a lack of a comprehensive understanding of the patient’s overall health, complicating recovery efforts.

Signs and Symptoms of Dual Diagnosis Disorder Recognising Dual Diagnosis Disorder involves identifying the following signs and symptoms:

Difficulty recalling a time when feeling normal without drugs or alcohol
Using substances to cope with stress
History of traumatic experiences
Family history of mental illness or addiction
Difficulty maintaining employment or academic commitments
Anger, violence, or suicidal thoughts during attempts to quit substances
Experiencing withdrawal symptoms when reducing or ceasing substance use

Our Treatment Approach

All residents follow an Individual Treatment Plan guiding their progress through three Rehabilitation Blocks: Self-System Development, Trauma Processing, and Reintegration. This personalised and holistic approach aims for sustainable reintegration at the end of a three-month stay.

The most effective treatment for Dual Diagnosis Disorder is integrated intervention, where both mental illness and substance abuse are treated concurrently. The outdated notion of treating one condition at a time is replaced by a comprehensive approach addressing both issues simultaneously.

Our multidisciplinary team, consisting of psychiatrists, occupational therapists, nurses, and facilitators, is qualified to treat a range of mental illnesses including:

Bipolar Disorder: Difficulty managing daily tasks and maintaining relationships.
Schizophrenia Disorder: Experiencing hallucinations or delusions detached from reality.
Borderline Personality Disorder: Ongoing difficulty with self-regulation.
Generalised Anxiety Disorder: Excessive anxiety and worry disproportionate to actual circumstances.
Eating Disorders: Disrupted eating behaviours such as Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge-eating Disorder.
Depression & Mood Disorders: Persistent sadness and changes in brain chemistry.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Repetitive unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and behaviours (compulsions).