Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide rehabilitation to address both addiction and mental health concerns simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for folks involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as those that have mental health issues often self medicate with drugs and alcohol to experience some kind of short-term respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors can help men and women through a thorough rehabilitation plan all targeted at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health as well as addressing substance abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure setting is key to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances that may compromise their program and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to identify environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or any other things that have to be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and sober t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment that helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to handle life situations well once they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to turning to drugs as a possible solution.