Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehabilitation to handle both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for those involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people who have mental health issues frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some kind of temporary respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help people through a detailed rehab plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health whilst dealing with alcohol and drug abuse issues. Offering a secure setting is key to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances that may cut across their program and advancement. Rehab counselors will continue to work to identify environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things that should be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally stable and sober t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which helps them develop far better coping methods so that they are better able to handle life situations more effectively once they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs as a possible answer.