Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide treatment to deal with both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for those involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as those that have mental health disorders often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some type of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals will help individuals using a thorough treatment plan all geared towards restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health whilst addressing substance abuse issues. Offering a secure environment is vital so that dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain free from distraction from things that may cut across their treatment plan and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will work to spot environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or any other things which must be addressed in order for the person to be mentally healthy and abstinen t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which will help them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to handle life situations well if they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior option.