Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to handle both mental health and addiction issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for individuals involved with substance abuse, as individuals with mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to experience some sort of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help individuals using a detailed rehab plan all aimed at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while dealing with alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure setting is essential 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 people in their lives or any other things that have to be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment that helps them develop more efficient coping methods so that they are better able to handle life situations well once they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior option.