Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide treatment to deal with both addiction and mental health concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for folks involved in drug abuse, as people with mental health issues often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some form of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors will help individuals using a thorough treatment plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health as well as dealing with drug abuse issues. Providing a secure environment is key to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain free from distraction from things that could compromise their treatment plan and development. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to spot environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things which must be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally healthy and abstinen t whenever they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so they are able to better handle life situations more effectively once they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs and alcohol as a possible option.