Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehab to handle both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent situation for individuals involved in drug abuse, as individuals with mental health disorders frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some type of short-term relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals will help men and women through a thorough treatment plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while also addressing alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Providing a secure environment is essential to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances that could cut across their treatment plan and progress. Rehab counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or other things which need to be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and abstinen t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment that helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so they are better able to handle life situations more proficiently after they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to drugs and alcohol as a possible option.