Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehab to handle both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for those involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people who have mental health issues often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some sort of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals can help individuals using a thorough rehabilitation plan all geared towards restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health whilst dealing with alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe environment is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things which may cut across their program and development. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to identify environmental factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things that need to be addressed in order for the person to be mentally healthy and sober t when they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which will help them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to deal with life situations well when they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs as a possible answer.