Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehab to address both addiction and mental health issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent situation for individuals involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as individuals with mental health issues frequently self medicate with alcohol and drugs to experience some sort of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals will help men and women through a thorough rehab plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health as well as addressing drug abuse problems. Providing a safe setting is essential to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain free from distraction from things that may cut across their program and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will work to identify environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things which must be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally healthy and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life circumstances more effectively once they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs as a possible option.