Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehab to deal with both addiction and mental health concerns concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for folks involved in substance abuse, as people with mental health disorders frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some sort of short-term respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals can help people through a detailed treatment plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while also addressing alcohol and drug abuse issues. Offering a secure environment is key so that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances which could cut across their program and development. Treatment counselors will work to identify environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things which have to be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally stable and abstinen t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to deal with life situations more effectively when they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to alcohol and drugs as a possible solution.