Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide treatment to deal with both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for individuals involved in substance abuse, as people who have mental health problems often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some form of temporary respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals will help individuals using a detailed rehab plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while addressing substance abuse problems. Offering a safe environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances that could compromise their program and advancement. Treatment counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or other things which should be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally healthy and abstinen t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which helps them develop more efficient coping methods so that they are able to better deal with life situations more effectively after they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible answer.