Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide rehabilitation to handle both addiction and mental health issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for people involved with substance abuse, as people with mental health disorders often self medicate with alcohol and drugs to experience some type of short-term respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals will help men and women using a comprehensive rehab plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while dealing with alcohol and drug abuse problems. Providing a safe environment is key so that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which could cut across their treatment plan and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to spot environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or any other things that must be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally healthy and abstinen t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop far better coping mechanisms so that they are better able to deal with life circumstances more effectively when they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior option.