Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehab to handle both addiction and mental health concerns concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people with mental health disorders frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some sort of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals will help people through a detailed rehabilitation plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health whilst dealing with alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Offering a safe and secure setting is key to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances that may compromise their program and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things which must be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally stable and sober t whenever they leave 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 circumstances better after they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible answer.