Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to deal with both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for people involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as people with mental health issues often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some type of temporary relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals can help men and women through a comprehensive treatment plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while dealing with substance abuse concerns. Offering a secure environment is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which could compromise their program and development. Rehabilitation counselors will work to spot environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or any other things that need to be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally stable and abstinen t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so that they are better able to deal with life circumstances better if they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs and alcohol as a possible solution.