Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which deliver treatment to address both addiction and mental health issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for folks involved with drug abuse, as people who have mental health issues frequently self medicate with drugs and alcohol to to feel some kind of temporary relief from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help people using a detailed rehabilitation plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, physical and emotional health while addressing drug abuse problems. Providing a safe and secure environment is key to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can feel relaxed and remain undistracted from circumstances that may cut across their program and advancement. Rehab counselors will work to identify environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things which must be addressed in order for the person to be mentally stable and abstinen t when they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehabilitation that helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are able to better deal with life situations well once they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible option.