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Dual diagnosis

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Think Local Act Personal (TLAP) Jargon Buster

Think Local Act Personal

A combination of severe illness and problematic drug or alcohol use. These two things are closely linked for many people. People with a dual diagnosis often have serious physical, social and psychological problems.

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