Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to handle both addiction and mental health concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for those involved with substance abuse, as individuals with mental health problems often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some form of temporary relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals will help men and women using a comprehensive treatment plan all aimed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health whilst addressing drug abuse issues. Providing a safe and secure setting is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain free from distraction from things that may cut across their treatment plan and progress. Rehab counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or other things that should be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally healthy and abstinen t once they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation that helps them develop more efficient coping methods so that they are able to better handle life situations more proficiently if they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible option.