Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehabilitation to handle both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common circumstance for individuals involved in substance abuse, as people with mental health issues often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to experience some kind of temporary relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors will help people through a thorough rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while also addressing substance abuse problems. Offering a safe and secure setting is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain free from distraction from things which may cut across their treatment plan and development. Treatment counselors will work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things that need to be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and sober t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab that helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life situations more proficiently after they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior answer.