Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehabilitation to handle both addiction and mental health issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for folks involved in drug abuse, as people with mental health issues often self medicate with drugs and alcohol to experience some sort of temporary respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors can help people using a comprehensive rehab plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health while addressing alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Offering a secure environment is key so that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which could cut across their treatment plan and advancement. Rehab counselors will continue to work to spot environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things which need to be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally stable and abstinen t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so they are able to better deal with life situations better once they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior answer.