Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver treatment to handle both mental health and addiction issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for those involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as individuals with mental health problems often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to experience some kind of short-term relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors can help individuals through a comprehensive rehabilitation plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while also dealing with substance abuse issues. Providing a safe and secure setting is essential to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances which may cut across their program and development. Rehab counselors will work to spot environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or other things that must be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally stable and abstinen t once they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop more effective coping methods so that they are able to better handle life situations better once they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible answer.