Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to handle both addiction and mental health issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for folks involved in substance abuse, as people with mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some form of temporary relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals can help individuals using a detailed rehabilitation plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while also dealing with drug abuse problems. Providing a safe setting is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances that may cut across their treatment plan and development. Treatment counselors will work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or any other things that should be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally stable and abstinen t whenever they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment that helps them develop more effective coping methods so they are better able to handle life situations more proficiently once they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs and alcohol as a possible answer.