Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide treatment to address both mental health and addiction concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for individuals involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people who have mental health problems often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some form of short-term respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals can help people through a comprehensive rehabilitation plan all geared towards restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health while also addressing alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure environment is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain free from distraction from things which could cut across their program and advancement. Treatment counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things that need to be addressed in order for the person to remain 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 more effective coping methods so that they are better able to deal with life circumstances well after they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs as an inferior answer.