Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver rehab to handle both mental health and addiction concerns concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent situation for those involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people with mental health disorders frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some kind of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help people using a thorough rehab plan all aimed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health whilst dealing with substance abuse issues. Providing a safe and secure environment is vital so that dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain free from distraction from things that could cut across their program and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to identify environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or any other things which must be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally healthy and sober t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab that helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to deal with life circumstances more effectively once they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to drugs as an inferior solution.