Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver treatment to handle both addiction and mental health concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for individuals involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people with mental health issues often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to to feel some type of temporary respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals can help people through a thorough rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while also dealing with alcohol and drug abuse problems. Providing a safe and secure setting is vital so that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things that could compromise their program and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things that have to be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally healthy and sober t whenever they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment that helps them develop far better coping methods so they are able to better deal with life situations better when they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to drugs and alcohol as a possible option.