Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which deliver treatment to handle both mental health and addiction concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent circumstance for folks involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as people who have mental health disorders frequently self medicate with alcohol and drugs to experience some form of temporary relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation professionals will help people using a detailed rehabilitation plan all aimed at restoring and replenishing mental, emotional and physical health while also dealing with alcohol and drug abuse problems. Offering a secure setting is vital so that dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain free from distraction from things which may cut across their treatment plan and development. Rehabilitation counselors will work to identify environmental issues in the client's life including negative people in their lives or any other things which should be addressed in order for the person to remain mentally healthy and sober t when they depart dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation which will help them develop more effective coping methods so that they are able to better deal with life circumstances more effectively if they leave dual diagnosis rehab as opposed to returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible option.