Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehab to handle both addiction and mental health issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for people involved in substance abuse, as individuals with mental health problems often self medicate with drugs and alcohol to experience some form of short-term relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help individuals using a comprehensive rehabilitation plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health whilst addressing alcohol and drug abuse problems. Providing a safe environment is vital to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances which could cut across their program and development. Treatment counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things that must be addressed in order for the person to be mentally stable and sober t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which will help them develop more efficient coping methods so that they are able to better handle life situations more proficiently when they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs as an inferior solution.