EPISODE · Jun 10, 2022 · 33 MIN
The ABC’s of Dual Diagnosis - Susskind & Merlino
from It’s Not About the Sex · host Westside Therapist
Dual Diagnosis? Co-occurring Disorders? Today we explore how these terms originated and how they are commonly used within the medical model. Because they don’t take into account the complexities of trauma, nervous system regulation and attachment ruptures, these terms are limited in their scope and relevance. Tune in to this honest conversation about the multi-faceted, multi-layered approach to treating addictive, compulsive patterns and mental health challenges.
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Dual Diagnosis? Co-occurring Disorders? Today we explore how these terms originated and how they are commonly used within the medical model. Because they don’t take into account the complexities of trauma, nervous system regulation and attachment ruptures, these terms are limited in their scope and relevance. Tune in to this honest conversation about the multi-faceted, multi-layered approach to treating addictive, compulsive patterns and mental health challenges.
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