Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which provide rehab to address both mental health and addiction issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for individuals involved in drug abuse, as people who have mental health disorders often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some sort of temporary respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help people using a comprehensive rehab plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health as well as dealing with drug abuse issues. Offering a safe and secure environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things that could cut across their treatment plan and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will work to spot environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things that need to be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and abstinen t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment that helps them develop far better coping mechanisms so they are able to better handle life situations better if they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs as a possible solution.