Dual diagnosis is a situation in which two independent disorders exist, and most often denotes a co-occurring drug abuse and mental health disorder. A dual diagnosis will help someone that may possibly not have been capable of being helped previously, put an end to drug or alcohol abuse because they can be accurately diagnosed and helped. Their mental health disorder could have been misdiagnosed, undiagnosed, or treated incorrectly that could have prompted and led to their drug abuse issues. Establishing the fact that someone is actually a dual diagnosis client not simply helps establish an effective treatment course for them, but can also help clients better determine what caused their substance abuse and the way to prevent it down the road. Handling dual diagnosis is often a more extensive process than a typical drug rehab program, and folks who have a dual diagnosis might be required to participate in a substantial aftercare program which may include appropriate medical support in addition to continued rehabilitation services. Being diagnosed with co-occurring disorders doesn't imply the person will need to be medicated for the remainder of their lives either, and in reality a lot of people with a dual diagnosis experience far better results when treated holistically and when alternative therapy is utilized.