Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver treatment to deal with both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved in drug abuse, as those that have mental health disorders often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some type of short-term relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help people through a thorough rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health as well as dealing with alcohol and drug abuse problems. Offering a secure setting is essential to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things which may compromise their program and development. Rehab counselors will continue to work to spot environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things that should be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally healthy and sober t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which will help them develop far better coping mechanisms so that they are able to better handle life circumstances better when they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs as a possible option.