Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide rehab to address both addiction and mental health concerns concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for those involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as those that have mental health issues frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some kind of short-term respite from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help individuals using a comprehensive rehab plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while dealing with alcohol and drug abuse problems. Offering a safe and secure environment is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances which may cut across their program and progress. Rehab counselors will work to identify environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things which have to be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally healthy and sober t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab that helps them develop more effective coping methods so that they are able to better deal with life situations more effectively once they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs as a possible solution.