Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide rehab to address both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for individuals involved in drug abuse, as individuals with mental health issues frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some form of short-term relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals can help individuals through a thorough rehabilitation plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while also dealing with drug abuse problems. Offering a secure setting is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances which could compromise their treatment plan and development. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things that must be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally stable and sober t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life situations more proficiently if they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible solution.