Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide treatment to handle both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as people with mental health disorders often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some type of temporary respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors will help men and women using a thorough rehab plan all aimed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health whilst dealing with alcohol and drug abuse problems. Providing a safe and secure environment is essential to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which may cut across their program and advancement. Treatment counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things that should be addressed in order for the individual to be 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 better able to handle life situations more proficiently once they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior answer.