Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver treatment to handle both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for folks involved with substance abuse, as people with mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to experience some kind of temporary relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors can help individuals through a detailed treatment plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health whilst dealing with drug abuse problems. Offering a secure environment is key to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things which could compromise their treatment plan and advancement. Rehab counselors will work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or any other things that have to be addressed in order for the person to be mentally healthy and abstinen t whenever they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which helps them develop more efficient coping methods so that they are better able to handle life situations more proficiently once they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior option.