Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to address both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common circumstance for folks involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as those that have mental health issues often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some form of short-term relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors can help people through a comprehensive rehab plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while also dealing with substance abuse concerns. Providing a safe environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain free from distraction from things that could cut across their treatment plan and development. Rehab counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things which must be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally healthy and sober t when they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which will help them develop more efficient coping methods so they are able to better deal with life situations more proficiently when they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs as an inferior answer.