Individuals can become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or unique physical challenge. This often makes people significantly more vulnerable to becoming involved in drug or alcohol addiction, because of the unique challenges that this can bring in the individual's life. This is the case for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and treatment for substance abuse disorders is sometimes essential. Deaf or hearing impaired individuals will need ASL or other help as part of their treatment needs, and there are alcohol and drug rehab facilities available throughout the Highlands area which cater to these needs. Professional treatment counselors who know ASL and can offer other essential help to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily accessible in several drug rehab programs around Highlands and around the nation.