Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which deliver treatment to address both addiction and mental health issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common situation for those involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people who have mental health disorders frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some form of temporary respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors will help people using a comprehensive rehab plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health as well as dealing with alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances which could compromise their treatment plan and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or any other things that must be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and sober t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which will help them develop far better coping methods so that they are better able to deal with life circumstances more effectively if they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs as a possible option.