Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to deal with both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for individuals involved in substance abuse, as individuals with mental health disorders frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some form of temporary respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help people through a comprehensive rehab plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health whilst dealing with substance abuse concerns. Offering a secure environment is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which could cut across their treatment plan and advancement. Rehab counselors will continue to work to spot environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or any other things that need to be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally stable and abstinen t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment that helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are able to better handle life situations more effectively if they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs as a possible answer.