Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver rehab to handle both mental health and addiction issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved with substance abuse, as people with mental health issues frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some sort of temporary relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors will help people using a detailed rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while dealing with drug abuse issues. Offering a secure environment is essential to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances which could cut across their program and advancement. Treatment counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things which must be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally healthy and sober t when they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life circumstances well if they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior solution.