
Dual Diagnosis Program
The World Health Organization defines substance abuse as "the harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances, such as alcohol and illegal narcotics." Substance addiction involves a variety of harmful physical and mental health consequences. If caught early enough, it can be treated. However, drug usage is associated with the risk of comorbid disorders. This occurs when long-term substance addiction triggers the onset of another mental health issue or vice versa.
The Dual Diagnosis program is Cadabams’ flagship treatment program for individuals fighting both substance use disorder and a comorbid mental health condition. The program stretches from 90 to 180 days and involves individualized therapy, group therapies, family therapy, medication management, routine management and so much more. It offers long-term recovery to individuals and helps them rebuild their lives from the effects of substance abuse.
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Years in rehabilitation
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Campuses across 2 states
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Individuals recovering at Cadabams each year
200+
Mental health professionals working with us
What is the Dual Diagnosis program at Cadabams?
When people struggle with substance misuse as well as a mental illness, they are said to have comorbidity. The drug might cause the comorbid illness, or the condition could already be present. These are some of them:
- Drug-induced mood disorders: As ironic as it may seem, a substance used to make someone feel better might actually make them feel melancholy or have mood irregularities.
- Substance-induced psychotic disorders: Certain drugs (such as cannabis, hallucinogens, and others) affect our perspective of reality in profound ways. But what if they permanently affect your perception or cause you distress? Substance-induced psychotic illnesses are one of the comorbid conditions of substance abuse where the development of the psychotic illnesses can be traced or linked with the abuse of substances.
The Dual Diagnosis program at Cadabams is aimed at helping individuals who have comorbid mental health disorders along with substance abuse. It addresses both substance abuse and the associated psychiatric illness to ensure comprehensive recovery. It also involves the family in the recovery process and achieves long-term and sustainable healing.
What does the program involve?
- The treatment approach includes a combination of medication, counseling, psychotherapy, group therapy, and more. In combination with our multidisciplinary team, our comprehensive approach accelerates recovery from substance abuse.
- The medication is prescribed by the psychiatrist after a complete and comprehensive evaluation of the individual.
- Psychotherapy is a process that includes Insight building, rapport building with the individual, which then leads to further treatment approaches.
- Therapeutic approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Motivation Enhancement Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and more are seen to be effective in helping individuals overcome addiction.
How does this program ensure effective and sustainable recovery?
The program is very successful. It primarily addresses substance abuse and then moves on to address the comorbid mental health disorder. What are the benefits of this program?
- We can understand the individual and their condition better, allowing us to administer more personalized treatment plans.
- Families can get a lot more involved and invested in their loved one’s recovery, making the recovery more comprehensive.
- It allows the individual to take a leave of absence, go out of the de-addiction center, and back to daily life to see how their recovery sustains, while still being under clinical supervision.
- It is a monitored environment, where the individual can avail a multidisciplinary treatment approach, allowing them to recover in the long term.
Our centres where this program is offered



Types of Admissions
As and when the family or the primary caregiver confirms the admission by following the processes related to “Admission Procedure”.
Many psychiatrists utilize our psychosocial rehab services for their clients. In cases where the resident is referred from a psychiatrist for psychosocial interventions, the referring psychiatrist also becomes part of the treating team and he/she will be regularly updated about the progress and will also be involved in the overall care. Hundreds of eminent psychiatrists trust us with their clientele when it comes to residential care & rehab.
We have a number of patrons from various countries and different parts of the country seeking admission. We also have mental health professionals across the country referring us to complex cases that require psychosocial intervention. Under special circumstances where it is not feasible to visit or in case of a crisis/mental health emergency the Director-operations will guide the family after assessing the need for intervention.
Your admissions either be it a Voluntary or Supported is all governed by the Mental Health Care Act 2017. Cadabam's and all its entities are registered as Mental health establishments as per the act and admissions are compliant to the relevant sections of the act. Cadabam's Bangalore centers comes under the purview of Mental Health Review Board (Bangalore and Mysore Division) which is functional at Psychiatry Reception area Arts Theatre, New Building, Opposite to SBI Bank, NIMHANS Hospital Compound, Bangalore 560029. The contact no of the Board is +91-9480817894 and e-mail: mhrb.bm2022@gmail.com.
All admissions of whatever category mentioned are reported to the Board and anybody with any grievances can also report to Board.
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Difference between Rehab and In-Patient
Rehabilitation
- Continued Care and Monitoring in a setting that feels like home
- Focuses on long-term recovery that is sustainable.
- Involves the family over the treatment course to ensure sustainable recovery.
- Round-the-clock assistance for the individual, with all basic needs cared for.
- Most important step towards recovering from psychiatric illnesses.
IP Care
- Hospital setting for care in acute situations
- Focuses on immediate relieving of symptoms in case of emergencies
- Mainly involves the treating team that focuses on symptoms reduction
- Individuals will need a family member with them in case of emergencies
- The first step is seeking care for acute mental health disorders, after which rehabilitation may be necessary or not
Our Professionals
Why Cadabam's?
Cadabams Group is a private mental healthcare provider with over six campuses across two states. We were one of the first facilities dedicated solely to addiction issues in the country. Over the years it has helped countless people reconcile with their families and give up the substances that completely dismantled their lives. We understand that addiction is very difficult to deal with. It’s difficult to identify, difficult to treat, and the recovery path is also long. But, with Cadabam’s you can achieve long-term recovery and leave the ghosts of the substance behind.
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Ask Cadabams!
A trained mental health specialist with a PhD is called a psychologist. This is where a psychiatrist and a psychologist vary from one another. While a psychologist concentrates on the therapeutic approach to healing, a psychiatrist can prescribe medication.
At Cadabams we offer trained female psychologists and counselors. They understand your unique requirements and tailor our proven treatment programs to personalize them to meet your needs.
Our expert psychiatrists will conduct thorough assessments of the issues you are facing. They will also prescribe medication if necessary to ensure accelerated recovery and a return to normal functioning. The medication can be obtained with a prescription from the hospital's pharmacy.
We offer advanced counseling services. Our expert psychologists and counselors understand your unique needs to and tailor our proven counseling approaches to meet your needs.
The services offered by Cadabams in Maldives are covered by the Maldivian government for all its citizens.
Cadabams offers advanced mental healthcare services including consultations with expert psychiatrists and psychologists, psychotherapeutic offerings, pharmacotherapy, and family therapy. Our services are personalized and proven to accelerate recovery.
There are multiple group activities that enhance recovery in a de-addiction center. These include 12 Step program, General Psychoeducation, Group Therapies, Relapse Prevention, Skill Development Program, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, Art and Movement Therapy, Reel Therapy, and Constructive Feedback Therapy.
Our programs are designed based on the clients' needs and risks. We have programs that cater to all types and severities of addiction. The programs include a comprehensive de-addiction program, enhanced de-addiction program, and dual diagnosis program. Post-rehab care ensures that relapses are avoided.
We have a multidisciplinary team and approach that addresses the biological, psychological, and social aspects of addiction. The team consists of psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, family therapists, counselors, and nurses, who ensure that all of the client's needs are taken care of.
The infrastructure here at Anunitha also helps in recovery. With multiple accommodation options, activities, and therapies for clients to participate in, we ensure that the client is always working towards their recovery.
The overall goal of rehabilitation is to help to get back one’s ability to care keep back and decide and attain independence. In drug de-addiction and rehabilitation we treat people with substance use disorders and associated illnesses. Neurochemical and Neurostructural changes caused by substance abuse can significantly affect the functioning of an individual. Recovery from this needs long-term intervention in a structured environment and under the clinical supervision of a specialist. In Cadabams Anunitha we have program-based treatment understanding the need and risks of the people and categorizing them based on their requirements.
Short term rehabilitation for individuals who are facing major psychiatric illnesses, but have some amount of insight into the disorder.
Rehabilitation helps individuals overcome the positive symptoms of Schizophrenia and helps them cope with the rigors of daily life.
We offer various programs like Short-Term Rehabilitation programs, Long-Term Rehabilitation Programs, Supported Living and Employment, and more. All of these are advanced, evidence-based approaches to treating Schizophrenia that pushes recovery forwards.