Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide treatment to address both addiction and mental health issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for folks involved in drug abuse, as individuals with mental health problems frequently self medicate with alcohol and drugs to experience some kind of short-term relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals will help individuals through a detailed rehabilitation plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health whilst dealing with alcohol and drug abuse problems. Providing a safe environment is essential to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances that may compromise their program and advancement. Rehab counselors will work to spot environmental factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or any other things that must be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally stable and abstinen t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab which helps them develop more effective coping methods so they are better able to handle life situations well when they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior answer.