Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehabilitation to handle both addiction and mental health issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for people involved with substance abuse, as individuals with mental health problems often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some type of temporary respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors can help people through a comprehensive rehab plan all geared towards restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health whilst addressing substance abuse concerns. Offering a secure setting is key so that dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain free from distraction from things which could compromise their treatment plan and development. Rehabilitation counselors will work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or other things which need to be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and sober t whenever they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which will help them develop far better coping methods so they are able to better deal with life circumstances more proficiently once they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to alcohol and drugs as a possible solution.