Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide rehab to address both mental health and addiction concerns concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved with drug abuse, as individuals with mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some type of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors will help individuals using a thorough rehab plan all aimed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health while also dealing with substance abuse problems. Providing a secure setting is essential to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain free from distraction from things which may compromise their treatment plan and development. Treatment counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things which must be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally healthy and abstinen t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab which helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so that they are better able to handle life circumstances more effectively once they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible solution.