Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide treatment to deal with both mental health and addiction issues simultaneously. Dual diagnosis is an extremely common situation for those involved with substance abuse, as people who have mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some sort of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab professionals will help people through a detailed rehabilitation plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, emotional and physical health while also dealing with drug abuse problems. Offering a secure environment is vital to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain free from distraction from things that could compromise their treatment plan and advancement. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or any other things which should be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally stable and sober t once they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehabilitation that helps them develop more effective coping methods so they are better able to handle life situations well if they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than turning to drugs and alcohol as an inferior answer.