Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide treatment to deal with both addiction and mental health issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for people involved in substance abuse, as people with mental health issues often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some sort of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors will help individuals through a detailed rehabilitation plan all geared towards restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health as well as addressing drug abuse concerns. Providing a secure environment is key so that dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which may cut across their program and advancement. Treatment counselors will work to identify environmental factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or any other things which should be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally healthy and abstinen t whenever they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which will help them develop more efficient coping methods so they are better able to deal with life situations more effectively once they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible option.