Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver treatment to address both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common situation for those involved with drug abuse, as people who have mental health disorders often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to to feel some kind of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors can help individuals through a thorough treatment plan all geared towards restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health while also dealing with drug abuse concerns. Offering a safe and secure environment is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things that may compromise their treatment plan and development. Rehabilitation counselors will work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or other things that have to be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally healthy and sober t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation that helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so that they are able to better deal with life situations more proficiently after they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs as a possible solution.