Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehab to handle both addiction and mental health issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for individuals involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as individuals with mental health disorders frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to experience some form of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals will help individuals using a thorough treatment plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health as well as addressing drug abuse problems. Providing a secure environment is essential to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances which may compromise their treatment plan and development. Treatment counselors will work to spot environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things which must be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally stable and sober t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which will help them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to handle life circumstances more effectively if they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible solution.