Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehabilitation to handle both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as people with mental health problems often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to to feel some type of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors can help men and women through a thorough treatment plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health as well as dealing with substance abuse concerns. Offering a safe setting is key to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain free from distraction from things that could cut across their treatment plan and progress. Rehab counselors will work to spot environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things that should be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally stable and sober t whenever they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which will help them develop far better coping mechanisms so they are able to better deal with life circumstances more proficiently once they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs as an inferior solution.