Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide treatment to deal with both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common situation for those involved in substance abuse, as those that have mental health issues often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to experience some type of temporary relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help people using a comprehensive rehab plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while dealing with substance abuse problems. Offering a safe environment is essential to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain free from distraction from things which may compromise their treatment plan and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will work to identify environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things that have to be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally stable and sober t whenever they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment that helps them develop far better coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life circumstances more proficiently once they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior solution.