Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver treatment to handle both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for folks involved in substance abuse, as people with mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some kind of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help men and women through a thorough rehabilitation plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health as well as addressing alcohol and drug abuse problems. Providing a safe and secure environment is vital so that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances which could cut across their program and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things which have to be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally healthy and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation which will help them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so that they are able to better deal with life circumstances better after they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior option.