Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehabilitation to handle both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common situation for folks involved in substance abuse, as people who have mental health issues often self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some sort of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors can help people using a thorough rehabilitation plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health as well as addressing substance abuse issues. Providing a safe environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain free from distraction from things which could cut across their program and progress. Rehab counselors will work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things that need to be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally stable and sober t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation that helps them develop more effective coping methods so that they are better able to handle life situations better if they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible option.