Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide treatment to handle both mental health and addiction concerns concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for individuals involved with substance abuse, as people with mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some type of temporary respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors will help individuals through a detailed rehab plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health whilst addressing drug abuse issues. Offering a safe environment is vital to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things which could compromise their treatment plan and progress. Rehab counselors will work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things that must be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally stable and sober t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehabilitation that helps them develop more efficient coping methods so they are better able to handle life circumstances well once they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior answer.