What determines if a youth is placed in a mental health or dual diagnosis program?
Each specialized treatment program has specific eligibility criteria. A youth’s eligibility for a mental health program would be based upon a diagnosed DSM-IV-TR mental disorder and a global assessment of functioning rating of 60 or below. A youth’s eligibility for a Dual Diagnosis Program would be based upon meeting the eligibility criteria above and also having a DSM-IV-TR diagnosed substance abuse disorder. Further information regarding specific eligibility criteria for specialized treatment programs is provided in Appendix W of the Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Manual Revised August, 2006.
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