Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to handle both addiction and mental health issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common circumstance for individuals involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as people with mental health disorders frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to experience some form of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals can help men and women through a comprehensive rehab plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health whilst addressing drug abuse issues. Providing a safe and secure setting is key so that dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain free from distraction from things that could cut across their program and development. Rehabilitation counselors will work to identify environmental factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things that should be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally healthy and abstinen t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which helps them develop far better coping methods so they are better able to deal with life situations well when they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior option.