Dual Diagnosis Treatment in San Clemente at The House of the Rising Son
Many people who seek treatment for addiction and substance abuse discover that they also need help with mental health disorders, including depression. Depression and other mental health disorders can involve symptoms that result in high-risk behaviors, self-medicating, and substance abuse to cope. When a person seeks addiction treatment at The House of the Rising Son, they have the choice to not only treat their addiction but also the underlying issues.
Recovery is much more than seeking sobriety. It is the unraveling of behavior and understanding of the “why” behind substance abuse. At The House of the Rising Son, you can receive dual diagnosis treatment, so you have the tools you need to move forward in health and happiness.
Call the San Clemente dual diagnosis treatment professionals at The House of the Rising Son Treatment Center to get started with your recovery.
What Is Dual Diagnosis Treatment?
Whether you have been diagnosed prior to entering recovery or are discovering your addiction has mental health roots during your detox, the professionals at The House of the Rising Son can help. Dual diagnosis, or co-occurring treatment, helps patients suffering from both addiction and mental health disorders, including depression. While you are in rehab, the mental health professionals on our team will perform a comprehensive assessment to create a treatment plan that will include integrated care, behavioral therapies, group and individual counseling, and medication, if needed.
Symptoms of Depression and Their Connection to Addiction
Depression can increase the risk of substance use disorder, as substances can often soothe symptoms of low self-esteem, hopelessness, and despair. Although different types of depression may have varying symptoms, the spectrum of moods can overlap.
The common symptoms of depression may include:
- Low mood
- Loss of interest in daily activities
- Feelings of hopelessness or unworthiness
- Fatigue
- Weight fluctuations
- Memory problems
- Suicidal ideation
- Sleep disturbances
- Low energy
Depression is often linked to addiction based on shared roots that can include brain chemistry imbalances, trauma, and family or genetic history. Although alcohol may seem to improve the symptoms of depression at first, it is a depressant substance and can aggravate the symptoms. Alcohol can even worsen a depressive disorder, increase the likelihood of hospitalization, or interfere with daily life and treatment. This is especially true if you are being treated for depression but are still using alcohol or other substances. Integrative treatment for both depression (and any other mental health disorders) and substance use disorder is the most effective path to recovery.
Choose The House of the Rising Son for Dual Diagnosis Treatment and Recovery
Although depression may not be “cured,” the symptoms and subsequent substance abuse issues can be managed. With dual diagnosis treatment, you are given the chance to fight against the issues that cause your addiction and be equipped with the tools you need to lead a happy, fulfilling life. Sobriety and mental health treatment can help you find freedom from addiction.
You are worth the chance you take in recovery.
When you are ready to face your mental health and addiction head-on, call the San Clemente dual diagnosis treatment professionals at The House of the Rising Son.
