Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide treatment to handle both addiction and mental health issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for those involved in drug abuse, as those that have mental health problems often medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some type of short-term relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals can help people through a comprehensive rehab plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while dealing with substance abuse issues. Providing a safe environment is key so that dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain free from distraction from things that could cut across their treatment plan and advancement. Rehab counselors will work to spot environmental issues in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things that have to be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and abstinen t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment that helps them develop more efficient coping methods so that they are able to better deal with life circumstances well after they depart dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to drugs as a possible option.