Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide rehabilitation to deal with both addiction and mental health issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common situation for individuals involved with substance abuse, as individuals with mental health problems often medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some form of short-term respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals can help individuals through a detailed treatment plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health whilst dealing with substance abuse concerns. Offering a safe and secure environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain free from distraction from things which may cut across their treatment plan and development. Rehab counselors will work to spot environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or any other things that should be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally stable and abstinen t when they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral treatment which will help them develop more efficient coping mechanisms so that they are better able to handle life situations well if they depart dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior solution.