Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to address both mental health and addiction concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved with substance abuse, as people with mental health problems frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to experience some form of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors can help people using a thorough rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while also addressing drug abuse issues. Providing a secure setting is vital to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things which could cut across their treatment plan and development. Treatment counselors will work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things which must be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally healthy and sober t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab which helps them develop far better coping mechanisms so that they are able to better handle life circumstances more proficiently after they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs as a possible solution.