Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehab to handle both mental health and addiction concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for those involved in drug abuse, as people with mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to experience some type of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors can help men and women through a thorough rehabilitation plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while also dealing with alcohol and drug abuse problems. Offering a safe and secure environment is essential to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances that could cut across their program and advancement. Treatment counselors will work to spot environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things which must be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally healthy and sober t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to deal with life situations well when they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior solution.