What Is Dual Diagnosis?
Dual diagnosis refers to the presence of both a substance use disorder and a mental health condition, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, or bipolar disorder. These conditions often interact, making treatment more complex—but also more essential.
At Sober Haven Recovery, we specialize in treating both conditions simultaneously for better long-term outcomes.
Signs of a Dual Diagnosis
Individuals may experience:
- Mood instability
- Trouble concentrating
- Extreme anxiety or depression
- Difficulty managing stress
- Increased substance use to cope
- Withdrawal from family or activities
Sleep disturbances
When mental health symptoms and substance use overlap, professional evaluation is critical.
Why Treating Both Conditions Matters
Treating only addiction or only mental health is not enough. When one condition is ignored, the other tends to worsen.
Integrated treatment leads to:
- Reduced relapse risk
- Improved emotional stability
- Better coping skills
- Healthier relationships
- Long-term wellness
- Dual Diagnosis Treatment at Sober Haven Recovery
We provide comprehensive, coordinated care including:
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Medication management
- Trauma-informed therapy
- Cognitive and behavioral therapies
- Holistic support (yoga, art therapy, mindfulness)
- Personalized treatment planning
Our approach focuses on healing the whole person—not just the symptoms.