(1) Based on your experiences, readings, and research, what do you believe are the most challenging aspects of working with a dually diagnosed client?
(2) What problems in the treatment system could get in the way of people with COD receiving effective services?
(3) What personal and cultural aspects may get in the way of people receiving effective services?
(4) Is Co-Occurring Disorders (COD) an individual challenge, or does it include the entire family? Please explain your response.
(5) How can their loved one’s COD impact family members?
(6) What are 2-3 pieces of advice you would share with families dealing with loved ones with COD?