Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver treatment to address both mental health and addiction concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common circumstance for people involved in substance abuse, as people who have mental health issues frequently self medicate with alcohol and drugs to to feel some sort of temporary relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals can help individuals using a detailed rehab plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health whilst dealing with alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure setting is essential to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things that could compromise their program and advancement. Rehab counselors will work to spot environmental factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things that have to be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally healthy and abstinen t once they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so that they are able to better handle life situations more proficiently when they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible answer.