Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide rehab to address both addiction and mental health concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common situation for people involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as those that have mental health disorders frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some form of short-term relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors can help people using a detailed treatment plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health as well as addressing substance abuse issues. Providing a secure setting is essential to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain free from distraction from things which may compromise their treatment plan and progress. Treatment counselors will continue to work to spot environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things which should be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab which will help them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life situations better when they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible answer.