Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver treatment to deal with both addiction and mental health concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent situation for people involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as people who have mental health disorders often self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some type of temporary relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help people through a detailed rehab plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health whilst addressing alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe environment is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain free from distraction from things that may cut across their program and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to identify environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things that must be addressed in order for the person to be mentally healthy and sober t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop far better coping mechanisms so that they are better able to handle life situations better once they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs as a possible answer.