Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver treatment to deal with both addiction and mental health concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for those involved with substance abuse, as people who have mental health disorders frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some type of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals can help individuals using a thorough treatment plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while also dealing with substance abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure environment is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances that could compromise their program and advancement. Rehab counselors will work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things which need to be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally healthy and sober t whenever they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop more effective coping methods so they are able to better deal with life circumstances better after they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs and alcohol as a possible answer.