Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver treatment to address both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for folks involved with substance abuse, as people who have mental health problems frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to experience some sort of short-term respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals will help individuals through a thorough rehabilitation plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health whilst dealing with substance abuse issues. Offering a safe and secure setting is essential to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances which could compromise their treatment plan and development. Rehab counselors will work to spot environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or other things that should be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally healthy and abstinen t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which will help them develop more effective coping methods so they are better able to handle life situations more proficiently if they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs as a possible option.