Men and women may become addicted to alcohol or drugs despite a handicap or unique physical issue. This often makes people even more vulnerable to getting involved in alcohol or drug addiction, due to the unique problems that may pop up in the individual's life. This is often a factor for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and treatment for substance abuse issues is often essential. Deaf or hearing impaired people often require ASL or other assistance as part of their drug rehab program, and there are drug and alcohol treatment programs available throughout the Thorndale area which cater to these needs. Expert treatment counselors who know ASL and can supply other essential assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in many drug and alcohol treatment centers around Thorndale and in the country.