Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which deliver rehab to address both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common circumstance for people involved with substance abuse, as individuals with mental health disorders frequently self medicate with alcohol and drugs to experience some type of short-term relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors can help men and women using a thorough rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while also addressing drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe setting is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances which could cut across their program and progress. Treatment counselors will work to identify environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or other things which must be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally healthy and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment that helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so that they are able to better handle life circumstances more proficiently if they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible answer.