Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver treatment to address both mental health and addiction concerns concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for folks involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people with mental health disorders frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some kind of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals will help people using a detailed rehabilitation plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health as well as addressing alcohol and drug abuse problems. Offering a safe environment is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things that could compromise their treatment plan and progress. Rehab counselors will continue to work to spot environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things which need to be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally healthy and abstinen t once they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab which will help them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so that they are able to better handle life circumstances well once they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to drugs as a possible answer.