Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which provide treatment to address both addiction and mental health issues at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very common circumstance for those involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as individuals with mental health issues often self medicate with drugs and alcohol to experience some type of short-term relief from their disorder. Within a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors can help men and women through a comprehensive treatment plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health as well as addressing substance abuse issues. Providing a safe and secure setting is key so that dual diagnosis clients can be relaxed and remain free from distraction from things which may compromise their treatment plan and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to recognize environmental issues in the client's life including negative relationships or other things that should be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally healthy and sober t after they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also benefit from behavioral rehabilitation which will help them develop far better coping mechanisms so that they are able to better deal with life circumstances more effectively if they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to alcohol and drugs as an inferior option.