Diagnosis and Treatment

Learn about the different treatments, supports and services used to treat mental health.

Psychotherapy - Psychotherapy is the therapeutic treatment of mental illness provided by a trained mental health professional.  Psychotherapy explores thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and seeks to improve an individual's well-being.  Psychotherapy paired with medication is the most effective way to promote recovery.  Examples include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, etc.

National mental health charity: information, services & a strong voice for everyone affected by mental illness - challenging attitudes and changing lives.

The symptom lists below have been summarized from current diagnostic criteria most commonly used in the United States by mental health professionals (the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders). We've divided the disorders into three broad categories below: adult, childhood, and personality disorders; some disorders may fall under more than one category.

ndividuals who suffer from mental illness are likely to experience serious consequences when drug or alcohol addiction is part of the problem.

A look at methods for diagnosing mental illnesses.

Mental disorders are generally characterized by changes in mood, thought, and/or behavior. They can make daily activities difficult and impair a person's ability to work, interact with family, and fulfill other major life functions.

Learn about Treatment of Mental Illness symptoms, diagnosis and treatment in the Merck Manual. HCP and Vet versions too!

Read about mental health, and learn about common types of mental illness, such as anxiety, depression, and behavioral and substance abuse disorders.

Mental illness - Comprehensive overview covers risk factors, symptoms and treatment for mental illness.

Wikipedia's information about treatment of mental illness.

Although many drug rehab programs claim to provide dual diagnosis treatment, rarely is this approach integrated into the treatment plan from the beginning. An exceptional program will develop personalized plans that address all underlying issues fueling an addiction, such as anxiety, depression or trauma.