Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver rehab to address both addiction and mental health issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for those involved with drug abuse, as those that have mental health issues often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some form of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals will help people using a detailed rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while dealing with alcohol and drug abuse issues. Offering a safe and secure setting is key to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances which could compromise their treatment plan and advancement. Rehab counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things that have to be addressed in order for the person to be mentally stable and sober t whenever they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are able to better handle life circumstances better after they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to drugs as a possible answer.