...Co-Occurring Psychiatric Diagnosis Paper Grand Canyon University: PCN-438 June 15, 2014 Laura Pipoly On single stage, action considered for alcohol and drug addiction remained measured toward being distinct as of handling aimed at mental health illnesses, in addition to caution was conveyed at altered amenities by means of profoundly dissimilar salutary methods. And the results were successful, numerous individuals who had trouble with despair, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, as well as additional severe psychiatric situations not once was offered nor established action on behalf of their substance abuse issues. Through the exact similar sign, several graduates of drug rehab accomplishments by means of co-occurring disorders frequently under no circumstances established acceptable treatment on behalf of their original mental health apprehensions. “Epidemiology is the study of the incidence, prevalence, and distribution of a disease in a population. In simple terms, this means that epidemiology. At its core, epidemiology is descriptive it tells us about the nature and extent of COD in the Nation, a State, or a community. This information is one critical component of policy, programmatic and clinical planning, and decision making. Epidemiology is a way to look at the relationship of the factors that can result in the expression of COD. The classic model for studying health problems is the epidemiologic triangle with sides that consist of...
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...Dual Diagnosis Kimberly Holston CRIS 305-B05 Liberty University 02/22/2016 Dual Diagnosis There is an extremely difficult life path for a person the experiences substance and or alcohol abuse. That addiction journey can be riddled with anger, pain, loss, shame, anguish along with a host of many other agonizing and heart wrenching emotions. When the addicted person also carries a mental health disorder along this journey, it can become an even more treacherous and dangers path. These are indeed two very complex struggles for one human being. The combination of a person suffering an alcohol or substance abuse disorder and a mental illness disorder are identified has having a dual diagnosis. Dual diagnosis has different causes, difficulty in trying to diagnose and difficult to treat and it affects many in our world today. Most importantly, a dual diagnosis is most difficult on the individual who suffers with the disease. Dual Diagnosis Definition and Types What does dual-diagnosis actually mean? A dual diagnosis disorder occurs when an individual is affected by both chemical dependency and an emotional or psychiatric illness. Both chemical dependency and psychiatric illness may affect an individual physically, psychologically, socially and spiritually (The Dual Diagnosis Recovery Book, 1993). The most common mental health issues that coincide with addictions are ADHD, anxiety, depressions, bi-polar, schizophrenia, personality disorders, eating disorders and PTSD...
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...health problems are extremely frequent during the recovery process. When people suffer from substance abuse and mental health disorders, we describe them as having a dual diagnosis disorder. Many people in recovery struggle with feelings of depression and anxiety before, during and after rehab. Additionally, many people who have a dual diagnosis struggle with bipolar disorder, panic disorder, schizophrenia and other personality disorders. If you find yourself fighting behavioral health issues at any stage of your recovery process, you are not alone. Understanding Dual Diagnosis and Mental Health Problems in Recovery For many people with major behavioral health disorders, self-medication leads to addiction. Frequently, the symptoms of mental health disorders are uncomfortable and alarming, particularly for people who have bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or other personality disorders. Drinking or using drugs can be a way of coping and calming down symptoms such as voices, hallucinations or delusions. In fact, it is common for people to be diagnosed with mental health problems when they are in recovery for substance abuse. Qualified behavioral health professionals are able to help patients understand their illness and learn healthy coping mechanism that can reduce symptoms. For people with dual diagnosis, recovery can be extremely challenging. As a result, it is extremely important to remain in treatment and build a strong support group and relapse prevention plan. ...
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...use communication, research, and networking skills to find needed resources that will ensure both mental and physical stability. Specifically, the United States Department of Health and Human Services quotes that mental health involves the psychological, emotional, and social well-being of an individual (“What is Mental Health”, n.d.). Therefore, it is important to note that properly treating someone with a mental illness goes beyond their mental faults; however, professionals should delve deeper into other realms that affect the mind and the body when treating clients, especially those who suffer with dual diagnosis. Defined, a dual diagnosis is when a client suffers from both a mental disorder and an addiction (“Important Statistics on Dual Diagnosis”, 2017). About four million people suffered from dual diagnosis in the past year alone (“Important Statistics on Dual Diagnosis”, 2017). This statistic brings about...
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...approximately 4 million likewise suffer from an addiction to alcohol and/or drugs. Over the past few years, the number of individuals seeking treatment for a dual diagnosis has risen by four percent, yet more than half of individuals struggling with this issue have never sought help. They may seek treatment for the addiction or the mental health issue, but not both. Recovery In Motion (recoveryinmotion.com) would like to change this. "Recovery is dependent on a person seeking treatment for both their mental health issue and their addiction. When one is neglected, the patient is more likely to relapse. The mentally ill may return to drugs or alcohol to seek relief from their psychological issue if it is not addressed when symptoms appear in the future. They self medicate in this situation to obtain the relief they desire. In addition, the addict may not be aware that he or she has a mental health issue and will appear to overcome the addiction only to return to the substance of choice. When both issues are addressed, this becomes less likely," Nick Jones, spokesperson for Recovery In Motion (www.recoveryinmotion.com), explains. Dual diagnosis goes by many other names....
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...R. Davis March 9, 2014 Liberty University Abstract This topic paper investigates ADD, and the two areas that are affected, which are cognitive, and behavioral matters. By showing the different areas of adolescence with ADD, a therapist, or parents can begin to help define, and direct solutions for a more positive outcome. The information will also show how some studies have equated medication therapy, including antidepressants, are now often part of the treatment plan. Nero-psychological assessments are beneficial, because of being more accurate, than just by observations alone, and various causes are associated with ADD, such as genes, sugar, or food additives. Lastly, it will be discussed about a Christian worldview, and how parents, grandparents, in addition, teachers should express their Christian worldview to their children. This could make children more at ease with themselves. Explaining to our children, that they are not alone can greatly affect their well being and increase productivity. Although, we cannot pinpoint just one specific event that occurs as causing ADD. We have to be diligent in our faith. ADD is the acronym for Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder. It is probably the most diagnosed disorder in adolescence. Children who have this condition cannot stay on tasks easily, and have a difficult time concentrating on any one project, and are wired. Although, some children are more inattentive with their behavior, and are overlooked at times because...
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...Claire to our practice. His first contact with Claire was in August of the same year. She was referred to him by a hospital that had treated her for an attempted suicide. Although the psychiatrist is treating Claire for severe depression it has become apparent to him that she has a problem with alcohol. She is 30 years old and was divorced two years ago. She has no children. There is no partner in her life now or since her divorce and she lives in a rented one bed roomed house. She is unemployed and is currently in receipt of Income Support. Claire has requested a counselling programme that will help her to abstain from alcohol. She has not drunk any alcohol for two weeks prior to her appointment at this service, but she is on prescribed medication: tranquillisers and anti-depressants for depression. The main objective of this interview is to gather information in order to assess which of our services will best benefit Claire to aid her with abstinence from alcohol. At the beginning of the interview it was explained to Claire that anything she told me would be confidential unless she disclosed anything that I felt was harmful to herself or to anyone else. It was then explained that in order to assess her situation, details of her background would be needed. Claire was born in 1970 and has two brothers, one older and one younger. Her father was...
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...Although a screening can show an outline of a client’s contact with a substance, it does not result in a diagnosis or the impact it has in the clients' life (Smith et al, 2016). For each screening tool, the clinician will be able to identify what interventions are required for the client. There are different tools used for different age groups. It should offer age and gender-based norms across the age span of the substance user; it should be amenable to use with content users of different ethnic, cultural and linguistic background (Smith et al, 2016). The screening tool should also assess behavioural or psychological circumstances that may indicate a requirement for immediate action or...
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...Chapter 19: Substance Use and Disability The chapter on Substance Use and Disability in the Marini and Stebnicki textbook was a brief discussion of the various drugs categories and the comorbidity of drug use and mental/physical disability. The occurrence of two separate clinical diagnoses is referred to as “dual diagnosis”. As used in this chapter, the term dual-diagnosis includes the occurrence of a physical, mental, or intellectual disability along with the presence of a substance use disorder (Marini & Stebnick, 2012). There are several different categories of substances and they all have different effects on the body. Stimulants such as cocaine, amphetamines, and methamphetamines effect the central nervous system and often have behavioral effects such as mood elevations and euphoria. Hallucinogens such as MDMA, LSD, and psilocybin can have hallucinogenic effects on a person’s perception, mood, and state of mind. Marijuana is described as a drug that effects the central nervous system and can cause a euphoric high, heightened sensory perceptions, and hallucinations in higher doses. Depressants consist of psychoactive drugs such as barbituaties, sleeping pills, and alcohol. These substances depress the central nervous system and can result in decreased motor activity and a sedating effect (Marini & Stebnick, 2012, pgs. 295-99). Opiates include substances such as heroin, morphine, hydrocodone, oxycodone, and codeine. These drugs have an effect on the brain with...
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...Etiologies of ADHD and Substance Use Disorders Etiologies of ADHD and Substance Use Disorders Approximately half of all individuals with mental disorders also have substance abuse issues (Dual Diagnosis, 2007). Likewise, it is estimated that up to 45% of adults with ADHD have a lifetime diagnosis of alcohol abuse or dependence (Wilens, 2006). Consequently, individuals with addictions who are also diagnosed with ADHD, characteristically have a extra severe course of addiction and greater difficulties in recovery. It is difficult to predict with any certainty which drinker or recreational drug user will develop serious substance abuse issues. It is also unfeasible to predict whose problems are situational and short-lived and whose will remain chronic and progressive. However, there are specific factors and influences that increase a person’s chance of developing a substance use disorder (SUD). Interplay between genetic familial predisposition and lifestyle manipulates the development of an SUD just as it may manipulate hypertension. Many clinicians believe that individuals may inherit a genetic susceptibility to substance abuse that may be fueled by a combination of family and social norms, traumatic events, pharmacodynamic effects, or environmental factors. At the same time, people with these inherent genetics may develop problems as a response to external stresses or internal discomfort if they continue using alcohol or other drugs over time (NAMI, 2011)...
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...or more types of cardiovascular disease. In addition to being the first and third leading causes of death, heart disease and stroke result in serious illness and disability, decreased quality of life, and hundreds of billions of dollars in economic loss every year ("Why Are Heart Disease and Stroke Important?," 2014). Nurses play a vital role in treating and preventing cardiovascular events. Individuals with cardiovascular disease are educated to follow diet restrictions, medication adherence, and symptom...
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...Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Student’s Name: Institutional affiliation: Case study Jake is a 45 year old male who has served as an active military soldier in the government for more than twenty years. In his twenty years of service, he has been deployed several times to war torn countries like Afghanistan. Over the years he got promoted to a Warrant Officer1. This put him in a position where younger service men looked up to him for strength and leadership skills. He was doing fine until six months ago when he started displaying signs of post-traumatic stress disorder. Jake claims to have seen some horrifying details during his time of service but he knew that was all part of his job description. One incident that is still deeply embedded in his mind is when he saw a horrifying incident of his closest friend and comrade being completely blown up by a grenade. Another incident he recalls vividly is when his unit went into one of the small villages in Afghanistan just after insurgents had left. The insurgents wanted to set to set a good example to people who were thought to be collaborators. The destruction left behind was horrendous. He coped up by blocking the images out but when he returned home, the horrific and disturbing images never got out of his mind. At one point he struggled so much trying to remember the past. His wife complained that he was short tempered and always on the edge shouting at the kids and losing...
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...X-rays commonly reveal reduced bone density (osteopenia). Because x-rays do not provide precise estimates of bone mass, dual energy x-ray scans are used to recognize bone mineral density. Looser’s zones located in the ribs, pelvis, and long bones constitute areas where bone has demineralized. These areas are referenced as pseudo fractures or milkman’s fractures. Individuals diagnosed with osteomalacia have a good chance of recovery if the disease and treatment is managed correctly. This can begin with diet with plenty vitamin D and calcium, exercise, and exposure to efficient sunlight. Recovery can take months even with proper treatment. I found this article to be very interesting and informative. I am vitamin D deficient and have been for years. I was prescribed vitamin D supplements to take daily. I am currently not following the doctor’s orders, seeing as though I did feel fine. Here lately, I have been experiencing bone and muscle aches quite often, almost daily. I was unaware of the damage I am causing to my bones/body. Now that I am more aware, I do plan to take my prescribed medication coupled with mild exercise. I plan on looking into getting tested for osteomalacia as...
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...Psychoanalytical/psychological definitions of psychosis. Intro Psychosis is defined as a severe mental disorder in which thought and emotions are so impaired that contact is lost with external reality. Although this definition is generally accepted by both psychoanalysts and psychologists/psychiatrists alike, the way in which psychosis is diagnosed and treated differs dramatically. Psychoanalysis is very focussed on the development of psychosis and in moulding a persons life to accommodate for the symptoms of each individual patient. Psychiatry looks at psychosis more systematically diagnosing a disorder and then treating this disorder in the same way for every patient. Psychosis is a term that covers a large number of mental disorders and a few psychoanalytical structures and can be used to describe someone who is considered outside of discourse. The term psychosis designates mental illness in a broad sense. Within psychosis there are many different manifestations that are dealt with differently by psychoanalysis and psychiatry. The term psychosis was coined in 1841 by Karl Friedrich Canstatt, psychiatry was coined in 1808 by Johann Reil and psychoanalysis was coined by Sigmund Freud in 1896 (Lecture on psychosis, Australian Centre for Psychoanalysis, 10th of May 2014.) Freud produced the basis and model for the psychoanalytic understanding of the psychoses and the first theory of psychosis. The first theory of psychosis, which was presented in Freud's case study of Daniel...
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...change is known as manic or mania. When the individual experiences these elevated changes they may not necessarily become depressed (American Psychological Association, 2013). Understanding the history of bipolar disorder may help one to understand the signs, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. As early as the 1st Century, Aretaeus of Cappadocia took the time to keep track of the symptoms of the disorder. He had made note of the relationship between depression and mania that went unnoticed for centuries. The Ancient Greeks and Romans began to use the terms “mania” and “melancholia”. Religious views pointed out that individuals with the disorder were thought to be possessed, so they were often put to death. Robert Burton wrote a book entitled The Anatomy of Melancholy in the 17th Century. The book addressed treatment for melancholy, the effects of depression, and a commentary of depression. Theophilus Bonet published Sepuchretum later in that century. He completed thousands of autopsies and linked mania and melancholy to an illness called manico-melancolicus. In 1854, Jules Baillarger and Pierre Falret introduced a description of the disorder individually. Baillarger called the disorder folie à double forme meaning dual-form insanity and Falret termed the condition folie circulaire meaning circular insanity. Falret...
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