Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide treatment to address both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved in drug abuse, as people who have mental health disorders often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some type of short-term relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors will help men and women through a detailed rehabilitation plan all aimed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health as well as addressing alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which may cut across their treatment plan and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or any other things which have to be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally healthy and abstinen t once they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which will help them develop more effective coping methods so that they are able to better deal with life situations more effectively after they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior solution.