Dual Diagnosis
Creekside Behavioral Health: Comprehensive Dual Diagnosis Treatment in Kingsport, TN
Creekside Behavioral Health specializes in helping individuals who face the unique challenge of co-occurring disorders, also known as dual diagnoses. This term refers to the presence of both a substance use disorder (SUD) and a mental health condition occurring simultaneously, requiring specialized care to address both issues effectively.
What Is a Dual Diagnosis?
A dual diagnosis occurs when a person is battling both a mental health disorder and substance use disorder at the same time. Mental health conditions that may accompany substance use disorders include:
- Anxiety and Social Anxiety
- Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Panic Disorder
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Schizophrenia
Dual diagnosis also applies to individuals struggling with both alcohol and drug addiction or those managing mental or physical disabilities alongside substance misuse.
The Connection Between Mental Health and Addiction
Substance use disorders (SUDs) involve the misuse of alcohol, illicit drugs, or prescription medications. People with severe mental health conditions are at higher risk of turning to substances as a way to self-medicate their symptoms. Unfortunately, this often worsens both mental health issues and dependency.
More than 50% of individuals with a diagnosable mental illness also experience a substance use disorder.
Substances like alcohol or drugs can increase sensitivity to others, making it easier to develop dependence on multiple substances.
Self-medicating with substances does not address underlying mental health conditions and can lead to worsening symptoms, unhealthy coping mechanisms, and increased reliance on substances.
Our Dual Diagnosis Treatment Approach
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Thorough Evaluation:
Our clinical team conducts a comprehensive assessment to identify the complexities of your addiction and mental health conditions. -
Customized Treatment Plans:
We design personalized care plans that integrate clinical, psychiatric, and holistic therapies to address your unique challenges. -
Holistic and Evidence-Based Therapies:
1. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
2. Family therapy and support
3. Mindfulness practices like yoga and meditation Wellness techniques to manage triggers and cravings -
Continuum of Care:
From detox and residential treatment to outpatient and virtual programs, we provide support at every stage of recovery. Our goal is to equip you with tools to prevent relapse, manage mental health symptoms, and build a sustainable path forward.
Why Dual Diagnosis Treatment Is Critical
Treating co-occurring conditions requires an integrated approach. At Creekside Behavioral Health, we focus on simultaneously addressing both substance use and mental health disorders, ensuring clients receive the most comprehensive care possible. This integrated approach helps uncover the root causes of addiction while managing mental health symptoms, paving the way for lasting recovery.
Common Dual Diagnosis Pairings
While every individual’s circumstances are unique, certain combinations of mental health and substance use disorders are particularly common:
- Anxiety and Prescription Drug Addiction
Anxiety disorders often lead to the misuse of medications like benzodiazepines (e.g., Xanax, Valium) for relief. Over time, this misuse can result in substance use disorders that compound anxiety symptoms. - Bipolar Disorder and Cocaine Addiction
During manic episodes, individuals with bipolar disorder may turn to stimulants like cocaine to heighten energy or impulsivity, which can worsen symptoms and lead to addiction. - PTSD and Alcohol or Opioid Addiction
Individuals with PTSD, such as trauma survivors or veterans, may use alcohol or opioids to numb emotional distress. This often leads to chemical dependence, complicating PTSD treatment.
Signs of a Dual Diagnosis
Dual diagnoses can be challenging to identify because many symptoms overlap between addiction and mental health disorders. However, some key warning signs include:
- Using drugs or alcohol to cope with thoughts, emotions, or daily stressors.
- Displaying symptoms of a mental health disorder prior to addiction.
- Experiencing extreme emotional highs and lows or erratic behavior.
- Feeling irritable, anxious, or unable to sleep.
- Struggling to quit substance use because mental health symptoms worsen.
- Feeling more depressed or hopeless when attempting to stop using substances.
If you or a loved one shows these signs, seeking professional help is crucial.
What Sets Creekside Behavioral Health Apart
At Creekside, we offer evidence-based, tailored treatment plans designed to meet the specific needs of individuals with co-occurring disorders. Our multidisciplinary team includes physicians, nurses, addiction counselors, and licensed therapists dedicated to helping you regain control of your life.
Take the First Step Toward Healing
Dual diagnosis requires specialized care, and Creekside Behavioral Health is here to provide the support you need. Our compassionate, experienced team understands the challenges of co-occurring disorders and is dedicated to helping you achieve lasting recovery.
If you or a loved one is ready to break free from the cycle of addiction and mental health struggles, contact Creekside Behavioral Health today. Let us help you find hope, healing, and a brighter future.
