When a person has both a mental illness and a substance use disorder, it is called co-occurring disorders. These health problems often affect each other, making it complicated to diagnose, treat, and ...

I never imagined the depths of my son Jon Michael’s struggles. He was athletic, popular, successful in school, and a supportive friend and brother. But beneath the surface, he battled an anxiety ...

Launched in 2013, the harris project is a nonprofit dedicated to the prevention and treatment of co-occurring disorders (COD) - the combination of mental health challenges and substance use issues. Us ...

You may have heard the term “co-occurring disorder” or “dual diagnosis” or “comorbidity”—but what do these constructs mean, exactly? The term co-occurring disorder refers to the presence of two or ...

A co-occurring disorder is a combination of two or more mental health diagnoses that are identified in the DSM-5. In this article, Bonilla talks more about co-occurring disorders and the various ...

Addressing the root causes through dual diagnosis treatment does more than just achieve initial sobriety; it builds a resilient foundation for a sustainable future. By learning to manage their mental ...

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X You’ve probably heard a lot about the youth mental health crisis and the opioid epidemic. But what ...

This tool was created to help clinical supervisors identify opportunities for their own professional growth and development. Ensuring the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively teach, model and ...