Nevada Dual Diagnosis Rehab Centers

Mental health problems are commonly stigmatized in the United States, with many people feeling reluctant to acknowledge that they suffer from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or other mental illnesses. Despite this, a significant segment of the population struggles with mental health symptoms that interfere with their quality of life. This can be especially true of those dealing with substance abuse or addiction. Raising awareness of the interplay between mental health factors and substance abuse is an important public health concern.

Prevalence of Mental Health Problems in Nevada

Nevada is among the states with the highest incidence of mental health problems. For example, depression is a common condition characterized by changes in mood, lack of interest in previously enjoyed activities, difficulty thinking or concentrating, insomnia or sleeping too much, and appetite changes. Approximately 9 percent of Nevada’s population currently struggles with depression, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The condition is especially prevalent among pregnant women or those who recently gave birth. Postpartum depression often occurs because of fluctuating hormone levels and the stresses of having a newborn in the home. Getting appropriate medical and mental health care is a smart step in tackling depression problems.

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Nevada residents also struggle with more severe mental health problems, with 4 percent reporting serious psychological distress. Approximately 1 percent of the general population has a diagnosis of schizophrenia, which is characterized by bizarre thought patterns, hallucinations, disorganized behavior, and difficulty with emotional expression. Bipolar disorder also represents a significant portion of individuals with severe mental illness. These people must cope with depressive episodes and times of mania, or persistently elevated mood. Serious mental illness has a significant effect on interpersonal relationships, work functioning, and quality of life.

What Does “Dual Diagnosis” Mean?

In treatment settings, the label “dual diagnosis” means that a patient has been diagnosed with a substance abuse issue as well as a co-occurring mental health problem. The dual diagnosis label, signals to treatment providers that other contextual factors must be considered when treating the substance abuse. This is because mental health and addiction are strongly related. For example, approximately 25.7 percent of individuals with a severe mental illness also struggle with drug or alcohol abuse, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Similarly, individuals with depression, anxiety disorders, or other mental health problems are at increased risk of beginning to abuse drugs. Many people use drugs to cope with their feelings of depression or anxiety, putting them at risk of additional medical and psychological problems.

Regarding treatment, mental health professionals often take a different approach with dual diagnosed patients. Rather than treating alcohol or substance abuse in isolation, treatment providers also target the mental health concerns simultaneously. This two-pronged approach seems to be more effective in preventing relapse in dual diagnosed individuals.

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