Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide rehab to deal with both mental health and addiction issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent situation for those involved in drug and alcohol abuse, as people with mental health issues frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some sort of temporary respite from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors can help men and women using a comprehensive rehab plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health as well as addressing substance abuse concerns. Providing a safe and secure environment is key so that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things that could cut across their treatment plan and progress. Treatment counselors will work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life including negative people in their lives or any other things which have to be addressed in order for the individual to be mentally healthy and abstinen t after they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehab that helps them develop more effective coping methods so that they are better able to handle life situations more proficiently after they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to drugs as a possible option.