Dual diagnosis, also known as co-occurring disorders, refers to the presence of both a mental health condition and a substance abuse disorder in an individual. These conditions are often found together in people struggling with addiction to drugs or alcohol.

Yes! According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), about one-third of individuals with mental illness and nearly half of those with severe mental illness also face substance abuse issues. Similarly, approximately one-third of individuals with alcohol abuse problems and more than half of those with drug abuse issues report experiencing a mental illness.