Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide treatment to address both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for folks involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people with mental health problems often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to to feel some type of short-term respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help people using a comprehensive rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health as well as dealing with substance abuse problems. Providing a safe and secure environment is vital so that dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances which may compromise their treatment plan and development. Treatment counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things that need to be addressed in order for the person to be mentally healthy and abstinen t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehabilitation that helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so they are able to better deal with life situations more effectively once they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible option.