Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehabilitation to handle both mental health and addiction concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for people involved with substance abuse, as individuals with mental health issues often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to experience some form of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals can help people through a thorough rehab plan all geared towards restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while also dealing with drug abuse concerns. Offering a safe environment is vital so that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which could compromise their program and advancement. Rehab counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or any other things which must be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally healthy and abstinen t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which will help them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so that they are able to better deal with life situations more proficiently when they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs as an inferior option.