Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide rehab to deal with both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for folks involved with drug abuse, as people with mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to experience some type of short-term relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors can help individuals using a comprehensive treatment plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while also dealing with alcohol and drug abuse issues. Offering a safe and secure environment is key to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances which may cut across their program and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to spot environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things which must be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally healthy and sober t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to deal with life circumstances well once they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible solution.