Dual diagnosis is the technical term for patients who display the presence of both a mental disorder and either drug or alcohol abuse. Although the exact number of people suffering from dual diagnosis can never be counted, approximations of various surveys estimate that approximately 53 percent of people who use drugs and 37 percent of people who abuse alcohol are known to have had at least one psychological disorder.
Here at Casa Palmera, a dual diagnosis residential treatment center located near San Diego, we recognize dual diagnosis may cover a wide range of problems. Such issues can include trauma, chemical dependency and depression. Each of these disorders affects a person mentally, physically, spiritually and socially. Additional names for dual diagnosis include co-occurring disorders and concurrent disorders.
It is often difficult to treat someone with two or more of these problems. Most treatment facilities will often only address one “primary disorder” and give little or no attention to the other problems. Casa Palmera’s skill at treating dual diagnosis is beneficial because it allows you to find treatment for each of your problems equally. By incorporating each condition into the same program, and giving both problems the same amount of attention, recovery from both disorders is possible. This creates a better overall recovery rate, especially if symptoms of each problem overlap one another.
What to Look For
Dual diagnosis can cause a great number of problems that vary according to which addictions, disorders, pains or traumatic experiences are involved.
Common dilemmas arising out of the struggle with dual diagnosis may include:
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We at Casa Palmera understand that having two different health complications in your life can be emotionally painful and physically draining. When you suffer from a dual diagnosis, sometimes one disorder takes a higher priority than the other, causing the other complication to worsen.
By seeking treatment at Casa Palmera, where co-occurring disorders are treated and receive the same priority, you are giving yourself the opportunity to recover from both.
Additional benefits of attending our program at Casa Palmera include:
Our Approach
Casa Palmera offers an integrated treatment experience focusing on chemical dependencies, along with other co-occurring disorders, in the same setting. Our professional staff is experienced and trained in all diagnoses. Experts in the behavioral health industry have found that an integrated model is by far the most effective strategy compared to treating one diagnosis before another.
Casa Palmera believes in a holistic approach to healing. We address each of your dual diagnosis problems individually due to the importance of specialized care. Our staff recognizes that healing does not come from putting one addiction, disorder, pain or traumatic experience above another. We believe that physical healing starts from within. If the psychological issues of each problem are not addressed, relapse can be a likely outcome.
With the help of Casa Palmera’s various therapies, you will be given the opportunity to address your co-occurring disorder through a variety of angles. We believe by giving you this opportunity, through personal growth and learning, you will be better prepared for life and its unpredictable hardships. Therapies include:
When you arrive at our facility you will have the opportunity to take our Clinical Diagnostic Assessment. This assessment will help determine which therapies and special programs are best for your overall recovery. Throughout your stay here, regular assessments will be made to monitor your progress and to see if any changes should be made to your personalized program, which will ensure the highest degree of effectiveness and success.
Casa Palmera in San Diego is one of the few dual diagnosis treatment centers in the country. If you are seeking a path to recovery, contact us today and begin your path to recovery.
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We firmly believe in eliminating barriers to treatment. It’s why we closely work with major insurance carriers to ensure everybody receives the treatment they deserve.
Care You Can Trust
Casa Palmera is proud to be accredited by The Joint Commission. This recognition means we only provide the highest standards for safety and quality to all patients who walk through our door.
Our standing with LegitScript and CARF recognizes that we have been formally certified to meet their legal, safety and transparency standards.
Taking the First Step
The best way to reach Casa Palmera’s Admissions Office is by dialing (858) 345-6944. You will have the benefit of a private conversation with a empathetic professional who will help you find answers to your questions and address your concerns.
