Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehab to address both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for individuals involved in drug abuse, as people who have mental health disorders often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some sort of short-term respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals can help people through a thorough treatment plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing 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 at ease and remain free from distraction from things that could cut across their treatment plan and development. Rehab counselors will work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things that need to be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally healthy and abstinen t once they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which will help them develop more effective coping mechanisms so they are able to better deal with life situations better if they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible answer.