Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver treatment to deal with both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for individuals involved with drug abuse, as people who have mental health problems frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to experience some kind of short-term respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals will help people through a detailed rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while dealing with alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Offering a safe environment is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances which may cut across their treatment plan and development. Rehab counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things that have to be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehabilitation which will help them develop more effective coping methods so that they are better able to deal with life circumstances well once they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior option.