This episode will help you discover if you have a dual diagnosis and what the symptoms are and how to address the problems. 
#1.  What came first?  The substance disorder or the mental health disorder?
#2.  Is there still a mental health disorder if the person stops using drugs and     alcohol for at least 30 days?
#3.  If you have two disorders, then everything is going to be more severe. 
#4,  Look at the criteria from the DSM-V manual.  The DSM-V will show you the signs and symptoms that make up a diagnosis.  A treatment plan is based on an accurate diagnosis and assessment. 
RESOURCES:  Groups AA, NA Celebrate Recovery
PROGRAMS:  Seeking Safety, DBT Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Relapse Prevention Programs, Dual Diagnosis Treatment Programs. 
BOOKS:  "Step Guide For Dual Disordered Clients"  Katie Evans, PHD, MAC
"Understanding The 12 Steps"  Terrance Gorski. 
"When Enough is Enough" Candice Finnigan and Sean Finnigan

Restoration Family is a recovery and healing educational podcast for individuals and families that have a loved one that struggles with mental health and/or substance use disorders combined. Restoration family teaches Biblical principles, recovery steps, counseling and marriage and family interventions. I am a Licensed Mental Health therapist, a Psy. D. in Counseling, a Master level addiction professional and a trained pastor and chaplain.