Hospital inpatient programs are rehabilitation centers for drug abuse, that provide an exclusive and clinical setting for people in recovery. A hospital inpatient program might be a beneficial option for someone that has a co-occurring mental health disorder, or for someone with other medical needs which might need to be overseen by medical experts. Individuals who partake in such a program may benefit from mental health services whilst dealing with issues which may have prompted their substance abuse. Usually individuals with a co-occurring mental health disorders use alcohol or drugs to self medicate rather than efficiently addressing their problem. Professional rehabilitation counselors in a hospital inpatient program will help individuals turn the tide so they not find the need to use drugs and alcohol in this way, and instead create solutions to make their mental health issue more manageable. Prescription medication is often used to do this, however isn't the solution needed in all cases. For example, even subtle environmental changes in one's life can decrease stress and place a fresh perspective on things so the individual doesn't feel compelled to abuse alcohol or drugs. Counselling within a hospital inpatient program can help expose such problems so they can be resolved.