If you feel that your teen is struggling with troubling behaviours, you may have come across information about dual diagnosis programs online. You may be asking yourself, “What is a dual diagnosis program?” Our dual diagnosis treatment program works to provide mental health care in addition to treating the problematic behaviours that cause turmoil to…
The consumption of alcohol by individuals below the age of 18 is a significant health concern in the world. Alcohol abuse is one of the most prevalent forms of substance abuse in teenagers and poses a significant health risk for these individuals. The signs of teen alcoholism are easy to notice, and you should be…
What Are Co-Occurring Disorders? Co-occurring disorders happen when someone has a substance use problem and a mental health concern that’s affecting their functioning. The term “dual diagnosis” also describes these disorders. While substance abuse and mental illness are unique as disorders on their own, we know that approximately 45% to 50% of drug and alcohol…