Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide treatment to deal with both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved with substance abuse, as those that have mental health problems frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some sort of temporary relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals will help individuals using a detailed rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while also dealing with substance abuse problems. Offering a secure environment is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain free from distraction from things that may compromise their program and development. Rehab counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative people in their lives or any other things which must be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally healthy and abstinen t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to deal with life circumstances more effectively if they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible solution.