Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which deliver treatment to handle both mental health and addiction concerns concurrently. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent situation for those involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as people with mental health disorders frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to to feel some type of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, treatment counselors will help men and women using a thorough rehab plan all aimed at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while also addressing drug abuse concerns. Offering a safe setting is vital so that dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain free from distraction from things which may cut across their program and progress. Rehab counselors will work to spot environmental factors in the client's life such as negative relationships or other things which need 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 benefit from behavioral rehab that helps them develop more effective coping methods so they are better able to handle life situations better if they leave dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior option.