Orange County Dual Diagnosis Treatment

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Treatment in Orange County

Battling addiction to drugs or alcohol is much more than seeking sobriety, and many who suffer from substance abuse also have underlying mental health conditions. With dual diagnosis treatment, like that offered at Still Water Wellness, patients can undergo mental health treatment while receiving addiction treatment.

At Still Water Wellness, you will discover the peace and serenity afforded by our luxury facility while receiving top-tier mental health and substance abuse treatment. Call our Orange County dual diagnosis treatment team to learn more.

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What is Dual Diagnosis Treatment?

Dual diagnosis treatment helps patients who are suffering from both addiction and mental health disorders simultaneously. People who are battling both conditions need specialized treatment so that they can get the most out of their rehabilitation treatment. Dual diagnosis treatment addresses the underlying issues that are often the root cause of addiction and substance abuse itself.

Seeking help for your addiction does not have to happen before or after mental health treatment. It can and does happen simultaneously with great success. Dual diagnosis is not uncommon, with an estimated 8.2 million adults who live with dual mental health issues in the United States alone.

Dual diagnosis treatment differs from traditional substance abuse treatment in that it aims to address and understand the addiction and the mental health disorders it stems from. It typically entails additional therapy, targeted mental health counseling, and classes, along with those targeting substance abuse.

Common Mental Health Disorders Linked to Substance Abuse

Numerous mental health disorders can be linked to an increased risk of developing a substance abuse disorder. Some patients develop substance addiction when self-treating their conditions or when substances assist them in achieving the goals of their mental health conditions. One example of the latter is when a person with an eating disorder uses substances to prevent hunger.

Two of the most common mental health concerns linked to addiction are depression and anxiety, two conditions that are prevalent in the US. Many people self-medicate to get past these disorders with alcohol and other substances. Alcohol is often considered the social lubricant, helping those with social anxiety and other disorders “enjoy” social interactions.

Other mental health disorders that are known to compound with substance abuse include, but are not limited to:

  • Bipolar disorder
  • Borderline personality disorder
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Schizophrenia
  • Among others
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What Causes Dual Disorders to Occur?

There are several different theories for why mental health disorders and substance abuse are so often related to one another. The first is that people who suffer from both conditions may be experiencing risk factors that contribute to both. For example, factors like genetics, stress, and trauma can increase a person’s risk for both substance abuse and a mental health disorder.

Additionally, each of these disorders can feed the other. People who struggle with their mental health may self-medicate by abusing an illicit substance. Similarly, individuals who abuse an illicit substance may begin to experience mental health problems as a result of that abuse.

Ultimately, the exact ways in which mental health and substance abuse interact with one another will vary to some extent in every individual. That’s why it’s so important to receive professional care for multiple mental health issues. Doing so is the only way of determining how your mental health problems and addiction are influencing one another.

Why Choose Dual Diagnosis Treatment at Still Water Wellness?

At Still Water Wellness, you will receive personalized treatment, a rehabilitative program tailored to your needs, and the support of dedicated staff, nurses, and recovery professionals. When you sign up for a treatment plan with us, we’ll ensure that you receive the exact type of assistance that you need to address both your mental health problems and substance abuse issues simultaneously.

Still Water Wellness’s dual diagnosis programs give you the chance to regularly work with highly qualified therapists, take advantage of innovative holistic treatments, and receive overall wellness care.

Our Orange County facility also offers patients a variety of health and wellness activities, including outdoor hikes, group therapy sessions, and beach access. These supplemental services enhance the overall quality of our rehab plans, enabling you to get even more out of the time that you commit to your recovery.

When you are ready to transform your life and discover the benefits of dual diagnosis treatment, contact the Orange County dual diagnosis professionals at Still Water Wellness.

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