Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide rehabilitation to deal with both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for people involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as individuals with mental health issues frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some form of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help men and women using a detailed treatment plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while also addressing substance abuse issues. Providing a safe and secure setting is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which may cut across their treatment plan and progress. Rehab counselors will continue to work to spot environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things that should be addressed in order for the person to be mentally healthy and abstinen t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment that helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so they are able to better deal with life situations better if they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible answer.