Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehab to address both addiction and mental health issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for individuals involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as those that have mental health issues often self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some kind of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals will help people through a comprehensive rehabilitation plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while addressing drug abuse issues. Providing a secure setting is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain free from distraction from things that could cut across their treatment plan and development. Rehab counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things which should be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally healthy and sober t once they leave 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 deal with life situations better after they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior solution.