Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to address both addiction and mental health issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for those involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as those that have mental health problems often self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some type of short-term respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors will help men and women through a thorough treatment plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while addressing alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances that may compromise their program and progress. Rehab counselors will work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things that have to be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally healthy and abstinen t when they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation that helps them develop more efficient coping methods so they are able to better deal with life circumstances more proficiently when they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to alcohol and drugs as a possible solution.