Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide rehab to deal with both addiction and mental health issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common situation for people involved with substance abuse, as people who have mental health disorders frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some kind of temporary relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors can help people through a detailed rehab plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health as well as addressing drug abuse issues. Providing a secure environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances which could compromise their treatment plan and advancement. Treatment counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things which need to be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally healthy and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop more effective coping methods so they are better able to deal with life situations better once they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs as a possible answer.