Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehab to handle both mental health and addiction issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for individuals involved in substance abuse, as people with mental health disorders often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some type of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals can help individuals using a thorough rehabilitation plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health as well as addressing drug abuse issues. Offering a secure setting is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things that may compromise their program and progress. Rehab counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things which must be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally stable and abstinen t once they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehabilitation that helps them develop far better coping methods so they are better able to deal with life situations more proficiently when they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior answer.