Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to handle both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common situation for folks involved in drug abuse, as those that have mental health issues often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some sort of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals can help people through a comprehensive treatment plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while addressing substance abuse issues. Providing a secure 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 development. Rehab counselors will work to identify environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things that should be addressed in order for the person to be mentally stable and sober t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which helps them develop far better coping mechanisms so they are able to better deal with life circumstances better when they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs as an inferior answer.