Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver treatment to handle both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common circumstance for those involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as those that have mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some form of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals will help men and women through a thorough rehab plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while also dealing with drug abuse concerns. Providing a secure environment is essential to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances that could cut across their program and progress. Rehab counselors will continue to work to spot environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things that must be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally stable and sober t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab that helps them develop more effective coping methods so that they are better able to handle life circumstances well once they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs as a possible option.