Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to address both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for folks involved in substance abuse, as individuals with 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, treatment professionals will help people through a comprehensive rehab plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while dealing with drug abuse issues. Offering a safe and secure environment is essential to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain free from distraction from things that may cut across their treatment plan and progress. Treatment counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things which should be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally stable and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab which helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so they are better able to handle life situations more proficiently once they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to alcohol and drugs as a possible solution.