Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide rehabilitation to handle both addiction and mental health issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for folks involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people who have mental health issues frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some kind of short-term relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors will help individuals using a comprehensive treatment plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while dealing with drug abuse problems. Providing a secure environment is key so that dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain free from distraction from things which may compromise their program and development. Rehabilitation counselors will work to spot environmental factors in the client's life including negative people in their lives or other things that have to be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally stable and sober t whenever they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab which helps them develop more efficient coping methods so they are able to better handle life situations better if they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of turning to drugs and alcohol as a possible answer.