Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehabilitation to deal with both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for those involved with substance abuse, as those that have mental health issues often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some kind of temporary respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals will help men and women using a comprehensive rehabilitation plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health as well as addressing substance abuse issues. Providing a safe setting is essential to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things that could cut across their treatment plan and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will work to spot environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things which should be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally healthy and abstinen t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop more effective coping methods so they are able to better handle life circumstances more proficiently after they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs as an inferior answer.