Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehab to deal with both mental health and addiction concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for folks involved in drug abuse, as people with mental health disorders often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to experience some sort of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors will help men and women using a thorough rehab plan all aimed at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health whilst addressing alcohol and drug abuse issues. Offering a secure environment is key so that dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain free from distraction from things which may compromise their program and development. Rehab counselors will continue to work to spot environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things that should be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally healthy and abstinen t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment that helps them develop more efficient coping methods so they are able to better deal with life situations better if they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible answer.