Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to address both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent situation for those involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as individuals with mental health disorders often self medicate with drugs and alcohol to experience some sort of temporary relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors will help individuals using a thorough treatment plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while dealing with substance abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure environment is key so that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things that could cut across their treatment plan and development. Treatment counselors will work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things which have to be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally healthy and sober t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which will help them develop more efficient coping methods so that they are better able to handle life situations better if they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to drugs and alcohol as a possible answer.