Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide treatment to address both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as individuals with mental health issues frequently self medicate with alcohol and drugs to experience some kind of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors will help individuals using a thorough treatment plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health whilst addressing drug abuse issues. Offering a safe and secure setting is vital to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances that could cut across their program and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things that must be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and sober t whenever they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life circumstances well after they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior answer.