Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide rehabilitation to handle both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for folks involved in drug abuse, as people with mental health problems often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some type of short-term relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors will help men and women using a comprehensive treatment plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while addressing drug abuse concerns. Providing a secure environment is key so that dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances which could cut across their program and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things that should be addressed in order for the person to be mentally stable and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab that helps them develop more effective coping methods so that they are able to better handle life circumstances more proficiently when they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to alcohol and drugs as a possible answer.