Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide rehabilitation to address both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for those involved in drug abuse, as people with mental health issues frequently self medicate with alcohol and drugs to to feel some kind of temporary relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals can help people using a comprehensive rehab plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health whilst dealing with drug abuse concerns. Providing a safe setting is key to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances which could cut across their treatment plan and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will work to spot environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things that have to be addressed in order for the person to be mentally healthy and sober t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so they are able to better handle life situations well after they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to alcohol and drugs as a possible solution.