Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehab to address both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for those involved in substance abuse, as people with mental health disorders often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to to feel some type of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors will help people through a detailed treatment plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health while also dealing with alcohol and drug abuse issues. Offering a safe setting is vital so that dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances that could compromise their treatment plan and progress. Treatment counselors will continue to work to identify environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or other things which need to be addressed in order for the person to be mentally stable and sober t whenever they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life situations more proficiently once they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to drugs as a possible option.