Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which deliver treatment to address both addiction and mental health concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent situation for folks involved in drug abuse, as individuals with mental health disorders often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some kind of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help individuals through a thorough rehabilitation plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while dealing with alcohol and drug abuse issues. Offering a safe environment is vital to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances which may compromise their program and advancement. Rehab counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or other things which have to be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally stable and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab which helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life circumstances well after they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs as a possible solution.