Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehabilitation to deal with both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved in substance abuse, as people who have mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to experience some kind of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals can help individuals through a thorough treatment plan all geared towards restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health whilst dealing with drug abuse problems. Offering a safe environment is vital to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances which may compromise their program and progress. Rehab counselors will work to identify environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things which must be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally stable and abstinen t once they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment that helps them develop more efficient coping methods so that they are better able to handle life situations more proficiently if they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior option.