Serenity Place

Serenity Place - Dover, DE

Serenity Place is a mental health and addiction treatment facility located at 327 Martin Street in the 19901 zip code in Dover, DE. It also provides transitional housing.

Call (888) 303-2026 to get 24/7 help with treatment.

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Address: 327 Martin Street, Dover, DE 19901

  1. Types of Care
  2. Facility Smoking Policy

Here are the full facility listing details on Serenity Place in Dover, DE:

Types of Care:

  • transitional housing

Facility Smoking Policy:

  • Smoking permitted in designated area

Phone #: 302-730-0800

Call (888) 303-2026 to get 24/7 help with treatment.

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What is dual diagnosis treatment?

Dual diagnosis treatment is a specialized approach to helping individuals who are dealing with both substance abuse issues and mental health disorders simultaneously. It recognizes the interconnected nature of these challenges and aims to address them comprehensively.

People with dual diagnosis face a unique set of hurdles as their mental health issues and substance use often reinforce each other, creating a cycle that can be difficult to break. For instance, someone with depression might turn to drugs or alcohol as a way to cope with their emotions, and the substance use can, in turn, exacerbate their mental health symptoms. This complex interaction requires a tailored treatment approach.

The primary goal of dual diagnosis treatment is to provide integrated care that addresses both the substance use disorder and the mental health condition concurrently. This involves a team of professionals, such as psychiatrists, psychologists, addiction specialists, and counselors, working collaboratively to develop a comprehensive treatment plan.

The treatment plan may include various therapeutic modalities, medication management, and support services. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing are commonly used therapeutic approaches. Medications may be prescribed to manage psychiatric symptoms and support the individual's recovery from substance use.

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