Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide rehabilitation to address both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for people involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as people who have mental health problems often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to experience some sort of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals can help individuals through a comprehensive treatment plan all geared towards restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health as well as dealing with alcohol and drug abuse issues. Offering a safe and secure environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain free from distraction from things that could cut across their treatment plan and progress. Rehab counselors will continue to work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or other things that need to be addressed in order for the person to stay mentally healthy and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which will help them develop far better coping mechanisms so they are better able to deal with life circumstances well after they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to alcohol and drugs as a possible solution.