Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide rehab to address both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common situation for folks involved with substance abuse, as people who have mental health problems frequently self medicate with alcohol and drugs to experience some kind of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help people through a comprehensive rehabilitation plan all geared towards restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health whilst addressing drug abuse issues. Offering a safe environment is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things which could compromise their treatment plan and progress. Rehab counselors will work to spot environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things that should be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally healthy and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which will help them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to deal with life situations more effectively if they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible option.