Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide treatment to deal with both addiction and mental health issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved with substance abuse, as people with mental health disorders frequently self medicate with alcohol and drugs to to feel some sort of temporary relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors will help people through a thorough rehabilitation plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health while dealing with substance abuse problems. Offering a safe and secure setting is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances that could cut across their treatment plan and progress. Treatment counselors will work to spot environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or other things that should be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally healthy and sober t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which helps them develop more effective coping methods so they are able to better handle life situations well if they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible answer.