Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehab to address both addiction and mental health concerns concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for folks involved in substance abuse, as those that have mental health disorders often self medicate with drugs and alcohol to experience some type of short-term relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors can help individuals using a thorough rehab plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health as well as addressing alcohol and drug abuse issues. Providing a secure environment is essential to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances which could compromise their program and advancement. Treatment counselors will work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or other things which have to be addressed in order for the person to be mentally healthy and abstinen t whenever they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment that helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life circumstances more proficiently when they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs as a possible answer.