Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide treatment to deal with both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for folks involved in drug abuse, as people who have mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to experience some kind of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors will help individuals using a comprehensive treatment plan all geared towards restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health whilst dealing with alcohol and drug abuse issues. Offering a safe environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances which could cut across their program and advancement. Rehab counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or any other things which need to be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally stable and abstinen t once they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so they are able to better deal with life situations well if they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs as an inferior solution.