Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide rehab to address both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for individuals involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as those that have mental health problems often self medicate with drugs and alcohol to experience some sort of temporary respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors will help men and women through a detailed rehab plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while also dealing with alcohol and drug abuse issues. Offering a safe and secure environment is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances that may cut across their treatment plan and progress. Treatment counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or other things which should be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally healthy and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation that helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to deal with life situations better if they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible option.