Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehab to deal with both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved with substance abuse, as people with mental health disorders frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some sort of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors can help individuals using a comprehensive rehabilitation plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health as well as dealing with substance abuse concerns. Offering a safe setting is key so that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things which could compromise their program and progress. Treatment counselors will continue to work to spot environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things that must be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally healthy and abstinen t when they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which will help them develop more efficient coping methods so that they are able to better deal with life situations more effectively when they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible option.