Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver rehabilitation to handle both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for individuals involved in drug abuse, as those that have mental health issues frequently self medicate with alcohol and drugs to experience some sort of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors will help people using a comprehensive rehab plan all aimed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health while also dealing with drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure environment is key to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things that may compromise their program and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to identify environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or any other things that need to be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally healthy and abstinen t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which will help them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to handle life situations better if they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior solution.