Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehab to handle both mental health and addiction issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common circumstance for individuals involved in drug abuse, as people who have mental health disorders often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to experience some form of short-term relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals can help individuals through a thorough rehab plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health whilst addressing alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Providing a secure environment is essential to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain free from distraction from things that may cut across their treatment plan and advancement. Rehab counselors will work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things that should be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally stable and abstinen t whenever they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment that helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so they are better able to handle life circumstances more effectively if they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior answer.