Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide treatment to address both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common circumstance for those involved in substance abuse, as those that have mental health disorders frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some kind of temporary relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors can help men and women through a thorough treatment plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while addressing substance abuse problems. Providing a safe environment is key so that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which may compromise their treatment plan and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to identify environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things which need to be addressed in order for the person to be mentally healthy and abstinen t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab which will help them develop far better coping methods so they are better able to handle life situations better after they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior answer.