Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide treatment to address both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for individuals involved in drug abuse, as people with mental health issues often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some form of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors will help people using a comprehensive rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while also addressing drug abuse concerns. Offering a secure setting is essential so that dual diagnosis clients can be at ease and remain free from distraction from things that could compromise their program and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will work to identify environmental factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or any other things which need to be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally stable and sober t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which helps them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so they are better able to handle life circumstances more proficiently if they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to drugs as a possible answer.