Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to address both mental health and addiction concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common circumstance for those involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people who have mental health disorders frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some kind of temporary relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors will help people through a comprehensive treatment plan all aimed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health while also addressing substance abuse problems. Providing a safe and secure setting is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain free from distraction from things that could compromise their program and development. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things that need to be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and abstinen t whenever they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which helps them develop more efficient coping methods so they are better able to handle life circumstances more effectively once they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs and alcohol as a possible answer.