What is a dual diagnosis drug rehab and how do I know it’s the type of program that I need? The first thing to know about a dual diagnosis drug rehab is they can be very dangerous if you don’t select the right one. One of the worst things you can do when dealing with a person struggling with drug or alcohol addiction is to start prescribing drugs and medications to “replace” the drug of choice. This is common in many dual diagnosis drug rehabs because they say that you need to “treat” the depression, anxiety or other mental illnesses that are causing the addiction. Dealing with the depression, and other mental problems is essential but not with drugs. This only makes the problem and does not allow for counselors and treatment specialists to truly figure out what is causing the addiction.
An effective dual diagnosis treatment center, will address the underlying issues and then provide solutions to these problems. One of the better forms of dual diagnosis treatment implement an educational model when dealing with addiction. The educational treatment model, teaches a person life skills and how to cope with problems and situations that arise where normal behavior would usually be abusing drugs and alcohol. Many of these dual diagnosis rehab centers are considered a non 12 step drug rehab.
Remember if you need a non 12 step drug rehab or a dual diagnosis treatment center we can help you locate one. Our addiction counselors are well educated in the rehabilitation field and can help you or your family find the right type of program. Call today to start the road to a successful recovery.