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One mental problem can trigger another.
For instance, some people who deal with anxiety can also start feeling depressed.
Anxiety can be really tough to handle, and it can change how you live your life. Because of this, some people end up feeling depressed too. On the flip side, folks who already have depression might start feeling anxious for similar reasons. These two problems often go hand in hand, and it's important to tackle both of them, work through them, and find a way to heal.
People dealing with mental health issues are up to one-third more likely to have a problem with substance abuse. If someone is battling a drug addiction, they're more than 50 percent likely to also have a mental illness. And more than 35 percent of people with alcohol addiction face the same situation.
Remember,
This kind of interaction can happen with many other mental problems too. For instance, it's quite common for someone who's struggling with an eating disorder to also have depression. In fact, Studies show that as many as 80 percent of people with anorexia nervosa or bulimia also experience depression.
People with personality disorders
often find themselves dealing with another mental health condition as well. When someone has a dual diagnosis, it means they're dealing with two different issues at the same time. And the tricky thing is, these two issues can actually make each other worse.
Both problems
can have a big impact on a person's life, their job, their relationships, and how they see the world. So, it's super important to give both issues the same level of attention. If we ignore one of them, it can mess up our chances of getting better all the way.
If we don't make progress
or if one issue comes back, it can make us feel like we're failing. This might lead to wanting to use substances again, feeling bad about ourselves, or feeling disconnected from others. But don't worry! With the right treatment plan that's made just for you, we can lower the chances of these things happening.
It’s essential to
understand that your diagnosis does not define your entire identity. Although it may seem like it's dominating your personality and spirit right now, this is not the ultimate truth. Your diagnosis might be temporarily overshadowing your true self, but we are committed to working alongside you to help you rediscover and reconnect with that authentic person within you.
Your therapist will not only recognize
but also work with you to simultaneously address both issues, while also introducing new coping strategies to navigate the recovery process and the daily challenges you encounter. It's common for individuals grappling with this situation to feel overwhelmed and increasingly pessimistic each day. However, your therapist will guide you towards the realization that healing is possible, and you can lead a joyful and meaningful life.
It's essential to understand that your diagnosis does not define your entire identity. Although it may seem like it's dominating your personality and spirit right now, this is not the ultimate truth. Your diagnosis might be temporarily overshadowing your true self, but we are committed to working alongside you to help you rediscover and reconnect with that authentic person within you.
Having a Dual Diagnosis doesn't mean your life is stuck
In the field of mental health, some people might think it's a permanent label, something you'll have to deal with forever. But we don't see it that way. With the right treatment and plan, you can move forward, and you might not have to go back to where you were.