Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehab to address both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for individuals involved in drug abuse, as those that have mental health disorders often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some sort of temporary respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help people using a comprehensive rehab plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health while also addressing substance abuse problems. Providing a safe and secure setting is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances that may cut across their program 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 which have to be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally stable and sober t once they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so that they are better able to handle life situations more proficiently if they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to alcohol and drugs as a possible option.