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 folks involved in drug abuse, as people with mental health problems often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some form of temporary respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals can help men and women using a thorough rehabilitation plan all aimed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health while also addressing alcohol and drug abuse issues. Providing a safe environment is key to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain free from distraction from things that may compromise their treatment plan and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will work to spot environmental factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or any other things that must be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally stable and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which helps them develop more effective coping methods so they are better able to handle life situations more proficiently after they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs as an inferior option.