Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide rehab to address both addiction and mental health issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for individuals involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people who have mental health issues frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to experience some type of temporary relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors will help individuals through a detailed rehab plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health whilst dealing with drug abuse issues. Offering a secure setting is vital to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things which may compromise their treatment plan and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or other things which should be addressed in order for the person to be mentally stable and sober t when they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation which helps them develop more effective coping methods so that they are able to better handle life circumstances more proficiently if they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible option.