Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to address both mental health and addiction concerns concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for individuals involved in substance abuse, as individuals with mental health disorders frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some form of short-term respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help people through a thorough treatment plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health as well as dealing with alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure environment is vital so that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances which could cut across their treatment plan and advancement. Treatment counselors will continue to work to identify environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things that must be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally healthy and sober t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which helps them develop more efficient coping methods so that they are better able to handle life situations better once they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior option.