Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which deliver rehab to deal with both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for those involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as those that have mental health disorders frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some kind of temporary respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals can help people through a thorough rehab plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while addressing alcohol and drug abuse problems. Providing a safe and secure setting is vital so that dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain free from distraction from things that could compromise their treatment plan and development. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or other things that have to be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally healthy and sober t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop far better coping mechanisms so they are better able to handle life circumstances more effectively if they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior option.