Co-Occurring Disorder Treatment

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Expertise-based treatment for dual diagnosis disorders at Elevations.

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Co-Occurring Disorders

Dual Diagnosis Treatment Centers in Los Angeles

When struggling with more than one mental health disorder at the same time, this is referred to as a dual diagnosis. Dual diagnosis is an appropriate term to describe two or more co-occurring mental health disorders. A dual diagnosis can significantly impair daily functioning, with its effects reaching into and disrupting job productivity, relationships, social interactions, and family life.

Individuals with one mental health disorder are at increased risk of developing additional mental health conditions. For example, someone experiencing major depression may also develop an anxiety disorder, or a person with bipolar disorder may also experience symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder. The combination of multiple mental health conditions can complicate symptoms and make daily life more challenging.

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Signs of Dual Diagnosis Disorders

Dual diagnosis disorders may develop with one mental health disorder followed by another, or both may emerge around the same time. Regardless of which disorder appeared first, individuals benefit from specialized dual diagnosis treatment programs, such as those offered at our facility. Our program provides expert psychiatric services and mental health specialists who work together to support the recovery goals of each client.

Because the symptoms of each dual diagnosis are specific to the combination of presenting disorders—the person suffering from major depression and generalized anxiety will have very different symptoms than someone struggling with bipolar disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder—it is difficult to specify the exact signs of a dual diagnosis. However, there are certain things that seem to be core features in a dual diagnosis, such as:

Extreme mood swings
Irritability or angry outbursts
Inability to maintain employment
Legal problems
Inability to maintain healthy relationships
Financial problems
Emotional instability
Becoming increasingly irresponsible
Beginning to ignore or avoid obligations
Withdrawing from friends and family
Erratic behavior

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Dual Diagnosis Treatment in Los Angeles

When you or a loved one’s ability to function normally is affected by a dual diagnosis, it is appropriate to seek out a specialized mental health treatment program.

Experiential activities. Experiential activities compliment the traditional therapy and enhance therapeutic results. These include such activities as yoga, mindfulness meditation, journaling, art and music therapy, massage therapy, and acupuncture.

Recreational therapy. Regular exercise is an intrinsic element in restoring physical health and stamina, as well as healing the mind. Exercise releases endorphins and dopamine, which lift mood, helps increase energy, and improves sleep quality.

By empowering clients with essential tools for managing their mental health conditions, as well as teaching coping skills and relaxation techniques to support ongoing well-being.