Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver rehabilitation to address both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for individuals involved with drug abuse, as those that have mental health problems frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to experience some kind of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals can help individuals through a detailed rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health while also addressing drug abuse issues. Providing a safe environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances that may compromise their program and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to spot environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things that should be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally healthy and sober t once they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment that helps them develop more efficient coping methods so that they are able to better deal with life circumstances better if they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible solution.