Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehabilitation to address both addiction and mental health concerns concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent situation for those involved in substance abuse, as individuals with mental health problems frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some sort of short-term relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help individuals through a comprehensive treatment plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while dealing with alcohol and drug abuse issues. Providing a secure environment is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain free from distraction from things that could compromise their program and development. Treatment counselors will continue to work to identify environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things that must be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally healthy and sober t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment that helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life situations more effectively if they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs as an inferior answer.