Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide rehabilitation to handle both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent situation for individuals involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people who have mental health disorders often self medicate with drugs and alcohol to experience some sort of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals can help individuals through a comprehensive rehab plan all geared towards restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while also dealing with alcohol and drug abuse issues. Providing a safe and secure environment is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain free from distraction from things that may compromise their program and development. Rehabilitation counselors will work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or any other things that must be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally stable and abstinen t whenever they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which will help them develop more efficient coping methods so that they are better able to handle life situations more proficiently if they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs as an inferior option.