Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver rehabilitation to handle both addiction and mental health issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for folks involved in substance abuse, as individuals with mental health issues frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some form of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals can help people through a detailed rehab plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health whilst dealing with substance abuse issues. Providing a safe setting is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances that may compromise their program and development. Rehab counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things that must be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally stable and sober t whenever they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which helps them develop more efficient coping methods so they are better able to deal with life circumstances more effectively once they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to alcohol and drugs as a possible solution.