Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver rehab to handle both addiction and mental health issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for individuals involved with drug abuse, as individuals with mental health problems often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to to feel some type of temporary relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help individuals through a comprehensive treatment plan all aimed at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while addressing alcohol and drug abuse issues. Providing a safe and secure setting is key to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which could compromise their program and development. Treatment counselors will continue to work to spot environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things which have to be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally healthy and sober t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment which will help them develop far better coping mechanisms so they are able to better handle life circumstances more effectively if they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible answer.