Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver rehabilitation to address both addiction and mental health issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for folks involved with drug abuse, as people who have mental health problems often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to to feel some kind of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals can help individuals through a detailed rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health as well as addressing alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Offering a safe environment is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances which may compromise their program and advancement. Treatment counselors will work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things which have to be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally stable and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which helps them develop far better coping methods so they are better able to handle life circumstances more proficiently if they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs as a possible option.