Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehab to deal with both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for those involved in drug abuse, as people with mental health disorders frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some sort of temporary relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals will help people through a thorough rehabilitation plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while also dealing with substance abuse concerns. Offering a safe environment is key so that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances which could cut across their treatment plan and progress. Rehab counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things which should be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and sober t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehabilitation which will help them develop far better coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life circumstances more proficiently once they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible option.