Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehabilitation to deal with both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent situation for individuals involved with substance abuse, as individuals with mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some kind of temporary relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals can help men and women through a thorough treatment plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health while dealing with substance abuse issues. Offering a safe and secure environment is key so that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things which could compromise their treatment plan and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things which should be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally stable and sober t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to deal with life circumstances more effectively if they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to drugs and alcohol as a possible answer.