Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver treatment to deal with both addiction and mental health concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for individuals involved in substance abuse, as those that have mental health issues frequently self medicate with alcohol and drugs to experience some kind of temporary relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals will help individuals using a detailed treatment plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health as well as addressing drug abuse problems. Offering a safe and secure environment is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain undistracted from circumstances that could compromise their treatment plan and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things which should be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally stable and sober t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab which will help them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to deal with life circumstances more proficiently if they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior option.