Definition
A condition in which individuals have a diagnosed mental illness that interferes with their functioning in a substantial way in combination with a developmental disability. "Dual Diagnosis" was previously used in the U.S. to describe individuals with a combination of a diagnosed mental illness and a substance use disorder, and is seen by many as a synonym for "Co-Occurring Disorders" (YF-5000.1515).
URL Name
YF-5000-2100
Third Level Code
YF-5000
Taxonomy Code
YF-5000.2100
Parent Code
YF-5000
Family Code
Y
Second Level Code
YF
Fourth Level Code
YF-5000-2100
Use References
Individuals with Concurrent Developmental Disabilities and Mental Illness
Publication Status
Online