Mental Illness and Denial

Mental illness is very different for each individual affected. However, many people with mental health problems face barriers to receiving treatment from the way they are perceived by others to organizing the right kind of rehab program. The problem for many people with a mental illness is that their loved ones often confuse genuine obstacles for weak excuses. This leads to them becoming frustrated by the person’s inability to address the problem, often labeling them as being in denial.

How to Help Someone in Genuine Denial

Although it may be true that addicts will find any way to get out of dealing with their issues, there is more to denial than meets the eye. For example, not everyone with a mental health disorder even knows they are suffering from a condition. Indeed, it is estimated that around 50% of people with schizophrenia and 40% with bipolar also have a condition called anosognosia, a total lack of awareness of an illness at all.

The reason it is very important to unravel the state of mind leading to substance abuse as part of a rehab program is in order to address it. Mental health conditions are driven by negative thought processes which need to be identified and recognized for the individual to overcome. This is generally achieved in therapy as part of a personalized rehab program. Through discussion therapy, people can find a route to their inner minds and deal with any uncomfortable issues from the past buried deep in their subconscious.

The most important element of care for a person in denial of a mental health disorder is support. Research shows that people are more likely to achieve a long and healthy recovery from mental illness if they feel supported by those around them. If you suspect a friend or relative is struggling with a mental illness, just letting them know you are there to talk to is a huge step forward. Beyond that point, it is always recommended to seek professional help in a facility such as Casa Recovery in Orange County, CA.

Choose Casa Recovery for Personalized Mental Health Rehab Programs

Casa Recovery’s addiction rehab center in San Juan Capistrano, CA offers the perfect environment to focus on your healing. We provide you with personalized treatment at our mental health recovery center in Southern California. If you are concerned for yourself or a loved one, contact Casa Recovery in confidence today.