Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver rehab to handle both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for folks involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as individuals with mental health problems often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some form of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals will help people using a detailed rehab plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health as well as addressing alcohol and drug abuse issues. Offering a safe and secure environment is essential to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances that may cut across their treatment plan and progress. Rehab counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things which need to be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally healthy and sober t when they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation that helps them develop more effective coping methods so they are better able to deal with life circumstances well after they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior solution.