Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehabilitation to deal with both mental health and addiction issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for people involved in drug abuse, as those that have mental health disorders frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to experience some type of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help individuals using a detailed treatment plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while addressing substance abuse concerns. Offering a secure environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances which may compromise their program and development. Treatment counselors will work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or any other things which need to be addressed in order for the person to be mentally healthy and abstinen t once they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so they are able to better handle life situations more effectively if they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs and alcohol as a possible answer.