Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehab to handle both mental health and addiction issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for individuals involved in substance abuse, as those that have mental health disorders frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to experience some form of short-term relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help people through a comprehensive treatment plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while dealing with substance abuse concerns. Providing a safe setting is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances that could compromise their program and advancement. Rehab counselors will continue to work to identify environmental factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things which need to be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally healthy and sober t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which will help them develop more efficient 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 an inferior option.