Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide treatment to address both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for individuals involved in substance abuse, as those that have mental health problems often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to experience some sort of temporary respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals can help individuals using a thorough rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while also dealing with substance abuse concerns. Offering a safe and secure environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances that may compromise their program and progress. Rehab counselors will work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things which must be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally healthy and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab which will help them develop more efficient coping methods so that they are better able to deal with life situations more proficiently after they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to drugs as a possible solution.