Dual diagnosis can be a situation whereby two independent disorders are present, and most often denotes a co-occurring drug or alcohol use and mental health disorder. A dual diagnosis will help an individual who may not have been capable of being helped previously, end drug or alcohol abuse because they can be correctly diagnosed and helped. Their mental health disorder might have been misdiagnosed, undiagnosed, or treated incorrectly that could have triggered and resulted in their substance abuse issues. Establishing the fact someone is actually a dual diagnosis client not only helps establish a highly effective treatment plan for them, but may also help clients better know what triggered their drug use and ways to prevent it later on. Addressing dual diagnosis can be a more extensive process than the usual typical drug rehab program, and individuals who have a dual diagnosis might be required to take part in a substantial aftercare program which may include proper medical support along with continued rehab services. Being diagnosed with co-occurring disorders doesn't imply the individual will need to be medicated for the rest of their lives either, and actually lots of people with a dual diagnosis experience far better results when treated holistically and when alternative treatment methods are employed.