Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver treatment to address both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent situation for folks involved with drug abuse, as people who have mental health problems often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some sort of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help individuals using a thorough rehab plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while also dealing with alcohol and drug abuse issues. Providing a safe setting is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which could compromise their treatment plan and development. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to identify environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things which must be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and abstinen t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab that helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to handle life circumstances more effectively when they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior answer.