Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehab to address both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for individuals involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as those that have mental health disorders often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some type of temporary relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals can help individuals through a comprehensive rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while addressing substance abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure setting is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which may cut across their treatment plan and progress. Treatment counselors will continue to work to identify environmental factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things which should be addressed in order for the person to be mentally stable and abstinen t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab that helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are able to better handle life circumstances better if they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to drugs and alcohol as a possible solution.