Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which deliver treatment to handle both mental health and addiction concerns concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for those involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people with mental health issues often self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some sort of short-term relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals can help people through a comprehensive rehab plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health whilst dealing with substance abuse issues. Providing a secure setting is vital to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which may compromise their treatment plan and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things which need to be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and sober t whenever they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are able to better handle life circumstances better if they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs as an inferior solution.