Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver rehab to handle both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for people involved in drug abuse, as people with mental health issues frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some form of temporary relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals will help people using a comprehensive treatment plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health whilst addressing drug abuse issues. Offering a secure environment is vital to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain free from distraction from things which could cut across their treatment plan and progress. Treatment counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life such as negative relationships or any other things that must be addressed in order for the person to be mentally stable and abstinen t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are able to better deal with life circumstances more effectively after they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs as an inferior option.