Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver treatment to address both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common situation for individuals involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as those that have mental health disorders often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some form of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals can help people using a detailed rehabilitation plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health whilst dealing with substance abuse issues. Providing a safe and secure environment is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances which may compromise their program and development. Rehab counselors will continue to work to spot environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things that should be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally stable and sober t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop more effective coping methods so they are better able to handle life circumstances more proficiently if they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to drugs and alcohol as a possible solution.