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Understanding the Complex Interplay of Substance Use and Psychosis

September 18, 2024

Read to learn about the important distinctions between substance-induced psychosis and primary psychotic disorders and how you can support your loved ones with these diagnoses.

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Navigating the Path of Recovery: Empathy, Education, and Collaboration

September 18, 2023

Hear from our Assistant Director of the Dual Diagnosis program, Sarah Overton, LCSW, on the complex intersection of mental health and substance use.

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Addiction Treatment Vs. Residential Dual Diagnosis Treatment

September 20, 2021
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What is a dual diagnosis treatment program? A dual diagnosis treatment program helps people who have a substance use disorder and one or more co-occurring psychiatric diagnoses, including a mood disorder like major depression or bipolar disorder, an anxiety disorder, schizophrenia or another thought disorder, or a personality disorder. Therapies and programs are structured to…

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4 Strategies to Maintain Sobriety During the Holidays

November 13, 2018
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Original post date November 2016. Giving the gift of recovery to ourselves and the people we love By Emily Giattina, LCSW, Dual Diagnosis Counselor, Skyland Trail The holidays can be a challenging time to manage sobriety. You may receive more invitations to parties or social gatherings than usual – some that you may feel obligated to…

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