Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehab to deal with both addiction and mental health concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for folks involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as people with mental health disorders often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some kind of short-term relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help individuals using a comprehensive treatment plan all geared towards restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health whilst addressing alcohol and drug abuse problems. Providing a secure setting is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain free from distraction from things which may cut across their treatment plan and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to spot environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or other things which need to be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally healthy and sober t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation that helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life situations more proficiently when they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to alcohol and drugs as a possible solution.