Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide treatment to address both addiction and mental health issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common situation for people involved in substance abuse, as those that have mental health problems often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to to feel some form of temporary relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors can help individuals through a comprehensive treatment plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while dealing with drug abuse concerns. Offering a secure environment is key so that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which could cut across their treatment plan and advancement. Treatment counselors will work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things which should be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally stable and sober t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which helps them develop far better coping mechanisms so that they are better able to deal with life situations more effectively once they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior option.