Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehabilitation to handle both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for folks involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as those that have mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some kind of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors will help men and women through a detailed rehab plan all aimed at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while addressing substance abuse issues. Providing a safe setting is vital to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things that may compromise their program and development. Rehabilitation counselors will work to spot environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things which must be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally stable and abstinen t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life situations well once they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs and alcohol as a possible solution.