Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide treatment to handle both addiction and mental health concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for individuals involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as individuals with mental health issues frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some sort of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals can help people using a comprehensive treatment plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while also addressing alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure environment is vital to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances that could cut across their treatment plan and progress. Treatment counselors will work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or any other things that need to be addressed in order for the person to be mentally stable and sober t whenever they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which helps them develop more efficient coping methods so they are able to better handle life situations more proficiently if they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible answer.