a teen meets with a therapist who explains Dual diagnosis vs co-occurring disorders

What’s the Difference: Dual Diagnosis vs. Co-Occurring Disorders

The terms dual diagnosis and co-occurring disorder are often used interchangeably to define when someone has a substance and mental health disorder happening at the same time. However, there are some definitive differences between these two terms that people should understand. Knowing the difference between the two can greatly impact and increase the ability of…