Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehab to handle both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common situation for individuals involved in substance abuse, as people who have mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some form of short-term respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors will help individuals using a comprehensive rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while addressing drug abuse problems. Offering a safe and secure setting is vital so that dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances which could compromise their treatment plan and progress. Rehab counselors will continue to work to spot environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things that must be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally stable and sober t whenever they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so that they are better able to handle life circumstances better if they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible solution.