Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide treatment to handle both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common circumstance for those involved in substance abuse, as individuals with mental health disorders frequently self medicate with alcohol and drugs to to feel some sort of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals will help people using a thorough rehab plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health as well as addressing alcohol and drug abuse problems. Providing a safe and secure environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances that could cut across their treatment plan and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things that must be addressed in order for the person to be mentally healthy and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation that helps them develop more effective coping methods so they are better able to deal with life situations more effectively if they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to drugs as an inferior answer.