Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide treatment to handle both addiction and mental health issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for people involved in drug abuse, as people with mental health problems often self medicate with drugs and alcohol to experience some sort of temporary respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals will help men and women using a detailed rehab plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health as well as dealing with substance abuse problems. Providing a safe and secure environment is key so that dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances which could compromise their program and advancement. Treatment counselors will work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things which need to be addressed in order for the person to be mentally healthy and sober t whenever 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 handle life circumstances more effectively after they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible option.