Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to deal with both addiction and mental health concerns concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved with drug abuse, as people who have mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some sort of temporary respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals will help people using a thorough rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while dealing with substance abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances which could cut across their program and progress. Rehab counselors will work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things which must be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally healthy and sober t once they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which will help them develop more efficient coping methods so they are better able to deal with life circumstances better if they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior answer.