Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which deliver rehabilitation to address both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for people involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people who have mental health issues often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some sort of temporary relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help people using a comprehensive rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while also addressing substance abuse issues. Offering a safe and secure environment is key so that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances that could cut across their program and progress. Rehab counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things that must be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally healthy and abstinen t when they leave 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 better when they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to alcohol and drugs as a possible answer.