Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver rehab to deal with both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for folks involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people who have mental health issues frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some type of temporary relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help individuals through a thorough rehabilitation plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health as well as dealing with substance abuse concerns. Providing a safe environment is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain free from distraction from things which could compromise their program and development. Treatment counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things that should be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and abstinen t once 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 handle life circumstances more effectively after they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible answer.