Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide treatment to handle both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for people involved in drug abuse, as people who have mental health disorders frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some type of temporary respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors will help people through a thorough treatment plan all aimed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health while also dealing with substance abuse concerns. Providing a secure environment is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain free from distraction from things that could compromise their treatment plan and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things that must be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally stable and abstinen t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life situations better when they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior answer.