Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which deliver rehabilitation to deal with both addiction and mental health concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for those involved with drug abuse, as those that have mental health disorders frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to experience some type of temporary relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help people through a detailed rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while also dealing with substance abuse issues. Offering a safe and secure environment is essential to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things which could compromise their treatment plan and advancement. Treatment counselors will work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things that need to be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally stable and abstinen t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which helps them develop far better coping mechanisms so that they are better able to handle life situations better if they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs as an inferior option.