Articles on integrated dual-diagnosis treatment for adults whose mental health condition is complicated by substance use. Sacramento Mental Health treats co-occurring SUD as part of a primary mental health diagnosis — we do not provide detox or standalone substance use treatment.

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Integrated vs Sequential Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders

July 2, 2026

Integrated treatment addresses mental health and substance use together; sequential treats them in turn. Learn why integrated care works and when residential helps.

Substance Use & Co-Occurring Articles

Integrated vs Sequential Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders