Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which deliver treatment to deal with both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved in drug abuse, as individuals with mental health issues frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some sort of short-term relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help individuals using a thorough rehab plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while addressing alcohol and drug abuse issues. Offering a safe setting is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances that could compromise their program and advancement. Rehab counselors will work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative people in their lives or any other things which must be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally healthy and sober t when they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab which will help them develop far better coping mechanisms so they are able to better handle life situations better when they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs as a possible answer.