DUAL DIAGNOSIS AND MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS
When struggling with a mental health disorder that is not improving, choosing a residential treatment program for more intensive and focused treatment is an excellent option. SAHARA WELLNESS CENTER provides optimal mental health treatment and services through a blend of proven evidence-based therapies and complimentary holistic activities. Together, this integrated approach offers a broader spectrum of therapeutic interventions that treat all aspects of the individual, leading to a successful recovery outcome.
THE RIGHT DIAGNOSIS IS KEY TO RECOVERY
There are over 300 different psychiatric disorders listed in the DSM-V, the official record of mental health conditions. At Sahara Wellness Center we pride ourselves in having a world renowned, respected and highly educated Psychiatrist. Our Psychiatrist has 30+ years of experience in Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health and Addiction. At Sahara Wellness Center your recovery is our priority, we are here to help, we are here to heal.
MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS
Mental health treatment is a multi-step process that involves evaluating, diagnosing and treating a mental disorder. Our world renowned and respected Psychiatrist has 30+ years in Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health and Addiction.
THOUGHT DISORDER
Thought disorders are usually diagnosed when a person’s behaviour speaking indicates problematic, illogical, or incoherent patterns of thinking. Thinking normally involves three parts: thinking about something, stringing thoughts together on what you are thinking about, and, finally, the delivery or flow of a thought pattern. A thought disorder disrupts one or more aspects of the thought process.
STRESS RELATED DISORDERS
Stress-relate disorders result from exposure to traumatic or deeply upsetting events. Specific disorders include acute stress disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and adjustment disorders.
DUAL DIAGNOSIS
Dual diagnosis is where a mental illness and substance use disorder co-occurs. Dual diagnosis is also known as co-morbidity or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorder.
Someone with a dual diagnosis has one or more mental disorders (including anxiety disorder, depression, bipolar, borderline personality disorder, etc.) and an active addiction (alcohol, drugs, gambling, Internet etc).
PSYCHOTIC DISORDERS
Psychotic disorders are severe mental health conditions. This group of neurological disorders changes the way a person thinks, feels and behaves. Psychosis, a shared symptom among psychotic disorders, is characterized by the presence of hallucinations and delusions. We treat all types of Psychotic Disorders such as:
Schizophrenia
Schizoaffective Disorder
Schizophreniform Disorder
Substance Induced Psychotic Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Postpartum Disorder
Severe Depression
Psychosis Suicide
MOOD DISORDER
Also referred to as depressive disorders, mood disorders are characterized by moods or emotions that are incongruent with one’s current life circumstances. Depending on the specific mood disorder, it may involve gloomy, low and depressed moods, or excessively happy and euphoric moods called “manias.” Some of the most well-known mood disorders include bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder and postpartum depression.
SCHIZOPHRENIA
Thoughts or feelings out of touch with reality, poor concentration, memory loss, disorganised speech, unpredictable behaviour and lack of interest in daily activities.
BIPOLAR DISORDER
This class includes disorders with alternating episodes of mania – periods of excessive activity, energy and excitement – and depression. Someone with this disorder experiences alternating periods of mania (excessive activity, energy and excitement) and generalised depression.
CLINICAL DEPRESSION
Constantly feeling sad or disinterested in daily activities leads to a range of physical and behavioural symptoms, including insomnia, loss of appetite or overeating, low energy levels, poor concentration, low self-esteem, thoughts of suicide or suicide attempts.
ANXIETY DISORDERS
A person with an anxiety disorder may experience irrational fear and avoidance of certain objects, people or situations that pose little or no danger. Some of the most common anxiety disorders include generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, panic disorder and specific phobias.
PERSONALITY DISORDERS
The specific traits of different personality disorders vary significantly; however, the symptoms of all personality disorders tend to be generally stable and consistent over time. They also usually directly reflect childhood circumstances. For example, someone with an anxious temperament and demanding parents might develop a rigid and fearful way of relating to the world that later becomes avoidant personality disorder. Antisocial personality disorder, borderline personality disorder, dissociative identity disorder, histrionic personality disorder and schizoid personality disorder are examples of specific personality disorders.
TRAUMA DISORDERS
People who experience a highly stressful event may have trouble returning to a normal state of mind afterwards. In some cases, they develop a mental health disorder related to the experience. This is known as a trauma disorder, and there are different types which we treat:
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Acute Stress Disorder (ASD)
Secondhand Trauma
Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)
Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder (DSED)
Adjustment Disorders
POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER PTSD
Nightmares, flashbacks, paranoia, uncontrollable thoughts and debilitating anxiety after a traumatic event.
ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER
Poor concentration, limited attention span and hyperactivity.
DISRUPTIVE, IMPULSIVE-CONTROL AND CONDUCT DISORDER
These include disorders that affect how you feel emotionally, such as the level of sadness and happiness, and they can disrupt your ability to function. Examples include major depressive disorder and premenstrual dysphoric disorder.
OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDERS
An unreasonable fear causes the person to develop habits to alleviate stress, including arranging objects in a specific manner or touching things more than once. A person with an obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) grapples with obsessive thoughts and urges, or compulsive, repetitive behaviours. Body dysmorphia, gender dysphoria and impulse control disorder are all classified as obsessive-compulsive disorder related conditions.
SUBSTANCE USE DISODER
Someone with this disorder has developed an addiction to alcohol, drugs
DISSOCIATIVE DISORDER
Someone with this disorder feels their sense of self is disrupted. This class includes dissociative identity disorder and dissociative amnesia.
SOMATIC DISORDER
These disorders include problems with emotional and behavioural self-control, such as kleptomania or intermittent explosive disorder.Someone with this disorder has physical symptoms that cause significant mental distress and difficulty coping with daily life. This class covers somatic symptom disorder, illness anxiety disorder and factitious disorder.
WHAT IS MENTAL ILLNESS?
A mental health disorder is defined as any condition that affects a person’s thoughts, behaviors or moods. While some mental health disorders last for a limited period, others are chronic and lifelong. When these issues cause high levels of stress or affect their daily functioning or relationships, treatment may be necessary to help a person manage their symptoms.
CAUSES OF MENTAL ILLNESS
Most Mental Illnesses develop as the result of a combination of biological, psychological and environmental factors.
Some mental illnesses have been linked to abnormal functioning of the brain due to chemical imbalances, injuries or developmental abnormalities. Mental illnesses sometimes run in families, suggesting that genetics also plays a role. Other links to mental health disorders include:
Long-term substance abuse
Poor nutrition and exposure to toxins
Undergoing severe psychological trauma as a child, including emotional, physical or sexual abuse
Death or divorce
Dysfunctional family life
Feelings of inadequacy, low self-esteem, anxiety, anger or loneliness
Social or cultural expectations
MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Concurrent Disorders, or mental health and substance use disorders presenting simultaneously, are exceedingly common. People living with a drug or alcohol use disorder are about twice as likely to already exhibit symptoms of a mental health disorder. Similarly, those who are living with a mental health disorder are twice as likely to develop a substance abuse problem as well.
SAHARA WELLNESS CENTER IS HERE FOR YOU
AT SAHARA WELLNESS CENTER WE PROVIDE A SAFE, CALM, NON JUDGEMENTAL ENVIRONMENT. OUR SAHARA WELLNESS CENTER TEAM IS HERE FOR YOUR WELLNESS, YOUR RECOVERY.
TREATMENT AT SAHARA WELLNESS CENTER
Sahara Wellness Center offers a treatment program that is unique and personalised to each client’s individual needs. Dual diagnosis and treatment is part of our holistic approach, where we cover all the bases in an individualised program. Our tailored treatments offer one of the only approaches that focus specifically on each individual’s mental health needs. With our strategic approach, mixed therapeutic methods, and staff with decades of experience, Sahara Wellness Center provides the setting, resources, and tools necessary for deep transformational healing and complete recovery. Please contact us to discuss treatment options.
COMMITMENT TO YOUR RECOVERY
Your path to getting your life back from addiction begins with our compassion and Clinical excellence. From the second your call is answered by our Clinical Care Team Member you will know that you have made the right choice. That is just the beginning, from the moment you arrive at Sahara Wellness Center, you begin the process of healing. Our caring and compassionate staff will take care of your every need, so that our Doctors and Counsellors can help you safely and comfortably overcome your addiction. Our evidence-based approach includes combining medicated- assisted detox (if necessary), one-on-one therapy, group sessions, recreation, wellness, nutritional support and many other effective proven modalities. Sahara Wellness Center provides Clinical Excellence at every level to insure the greatest chance of success for your recovery.
