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Cognitive-behavioral therapy, or CBT, focuses on helping the addict identify and change the thoughts and behaviors that contribute to their substance misuse. CBT is an effective treatment for substance use disorders, particularly when combined with other approaches such as motivational interviewing or contingency management.

Dialectical behavior therapy, or DBT, is another type of cognitive-behavioral therapy that is effective in treating substance misuse. DBT focuses on helping the addict learn how to cope with their emotions and work towards changing their behaviors.

Motivational interviewing, or MI, is a type of therapy that focuses on helping the addict increase their motivation to change their behavior. MI is an effective treatment for substance misuse, particularly when combined with other approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy or contingency management.

Contingency management, or CM, is a type of therapy that focuses on helping the addict change their behavior by rewarding them for abstaining from drugs or alcohol. CM is an effective treatment for substance misuse, particularly when combined with other approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy or motivational interviewing.

Dual diagnosis is a term used to describe when someone has both a mental health disorder and substance misuse. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, 6.7% of U.S. adults experienced a co-occurring substance use disorder and mental illness in 2020 (17 million people). If you have a dual diagnosis, it’s important to find a treatment program that offers treatment for both conditions.