Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver treatment to handle both addiction and mental health issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for those involved with drug abuse, as people with mental health issues often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to to feel some kind of temporary respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals will help men and women using a comprehensive rehab plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while also dealing with drug abuse problems. Providing a safe and secure environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances which could cut across their program and progress. Rehab counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things that should be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally stable and abstinen t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation which will help them develop more effective coping methods so that they are better able to deal with life situations more proficiently when they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs as a possible option.