Dual diagnosis rehabs are programs which deliver rehab to deal with both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for those involved with substance abuse, as people with mental health problems often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to to feel some form of temporary relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors will help people using a thorough rehab plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health while also dealing with alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe environment is vital to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which may cut across their treatment plan and advancement. Rehab 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 healthy and sober t whenever they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which will help them develop far better coping methods so that they are better able to deal with life circumstances more effectively when they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs as a possible answer.