Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide treatment to deal with both mental health and addiction concerns concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for people involved in drug abuse, as those that have mental health disorders frequently self medicate with alcohol and drugs to experience some sort of short-term relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals will help individuals using a thorough rehabilitation plan all geared towards restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while addressing alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure environment is essential to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things that could compromise their program and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things that must be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally stable and abstinen t when they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab that helps them develop more efficient coping methods so they are better able to deal with life circumstances better when they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior solution.