Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehab to deal with both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for individuals involved with drug abuse, as people who have mental health problems often self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some type of short-term relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals will help people using a thorough treatment plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health while also addressing drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure setting is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable 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 factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or any other things that must be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally stable and abstinen t when they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which will help them develop far better coping methods so they are better able to handle life circumstances better after they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs as a possible answer.