Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which deliver treatment to handle both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent situation for people involved with substance abuse, as those that have mental health disorders frequently self medicate with alcohol and drugs to to feel some sort of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help individuals using a thorough treatment plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health as well as dealing with drug abuse problems. Providing a safe and secure environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain free from distraction from things which may cut across their program and development. Rehab counselors will continue to work to spot 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 individual to be mentally healthy and sober t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation which will help them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so that they are able to better deal with life circumstances better when they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible answer.