Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver treatment to deal with both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for folks involved in substance abuse, as people with mental health problems often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some sort of short-term relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help individuals through a detailed rehabilitation plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while also dealing with substance abuse problems. Providing a secure environment is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which could cut across their program and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or other things that should be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally stable and abstinen t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which will help them develop more efficient coping methods so they are better able to deal with life circumstances well if they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to drugs as a possible solution.