Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide rehabilitation to address both mental health and addiction concerns concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for individuals involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as individuals with mental health problems often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some kind of short-term relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment professionals will help individuals through a thorough rehab plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health as well as addressing alcohol and drug abuse problems. Providing a safe and secure environment is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can feel comfortable and remain free from distraction from things that could compromise their program and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will work to spot environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things that need to be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally stable and sober t when they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to handle life situations well when they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible option.