Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to handle both addiction and mental health concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for people involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as those that have mental health issues often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some type of temporary respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors can help people through a thorough treatment plan all geared towards restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while addressing substance abuse concerns. Providing a secure setting is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain free from distraction from things that could compromise their treatment plan and progress. Rehab counselors will work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things that should be addressed in order for the person to be mentally healthy and sober t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment that helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so that they are better able to handle life circumstances better once they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to drugs and alcohol as a possible answer.