Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver treatment to deal with both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common situation for those involved in substance abuse, as those that have mental health disorders often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to experience some sort of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals can help men and women using a detailed rehab plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while dealing with substance abuse concerns. Offering a safe and secure environment is essential to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances that could compromise their treatment plan and progress. Treatment counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or other things that have to be addressed in order for the person to be mentally stable and sober t whenever they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life situations well once they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior answer.