Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide treatment to deal with both mental health and addiction concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for people involved with drug abuse, as people with mental health problems often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to to feel some type of short-term relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors will help individuals using a comprehensive treatment plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health as well as dealing with drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure setting is essential to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain free from distraction from things which could compromise their treatment plan and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will work to spot environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things that have to be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally healthy and sober t once they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to deal with life circumstances more effectively if they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs as an inferior option.