Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide treatment to address both addiction and mental health issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for those involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as individuals with mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to experience some sort of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help individuals through a comprehensive rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while dealing with alcohol and drug abuse issues. Offering a safe environment is vital to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances that may compromise their treatment plan and advancement. Rehab counselors will work to identify environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things that have to be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally healthy and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which will help them develop more efficient coping methods so they are better able to handle life situations better if they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior option.