Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide treatment to handle both addiction and mental health issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for folks involved with substance abuse, as those that have mental health disorders often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some type of temporary relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals can help individuals through a detailed rehabilitation plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health as well as dealing with drug abuse issues. Providing a safe environment is vital so that dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain free from distraction from things which may compromise their program and development. Rehabilitation counselors will work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things which must be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally stable and abstinen t when they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab which will help them develop more effective coping mechanisms so they are able to better deal with life circumstances better when they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs as a possible solution.