Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide treatment to deal with both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for folks involved with drug abuse, as individuals with mental health problems often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some kind of temporary respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors can help individuals through a thorough rehab plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while dealing with substance abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure environment is essential to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things that may compromise their program and progress. Treatment counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or any other things that have to be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which helps them develop more effective coping methods so that they are able to better handle life circumstances more effectively when they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible option.