Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehab to address both addiction and mental health concerns concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for folks involved with drug abuse, as people who have mental health problems often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some sort of temporary relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help men and women through a comprehensive rehabilitation plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health as well as addressing substance abuse issues. Providing a safe and secure environment is essential to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things that could cut across their program and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to spot environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or other things that need to be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally healthy and sober t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab which will help them develop more efficient coping methods so that they are able to better deal with life circumstances more effectively after they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs as an inferior answer.