Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide rehabilitation to handle both mental health and addiction concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as people who have mental health disorders frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to experience some form of temporary respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals will help individuals using a thorough treatment plan all aimed at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health as well as addressing alcohol and drug abuse problems. Offering a safe environment is vital to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things that may cut across their treatment plan and development. Rehab counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things that should be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally healthy and sober t once they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which will help them develop far better coping mechanisms so that they are able to better deal with life situations more effectively when they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to alcohol and drugs as a possible answer.