Men and women may become addicted to alcohol or drugs despite a handicap or personal physical problem. This sometimes makes people particularly more vulnerable to becoming involved in drug or alcohol addiction, due to the unique issues that this can bring in the perspon's life. This is true for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and rehab for substance abuse disorders is often required. Deaf or hearing impaired persons will need ASL or other support as part of their drug rehab program, and there are drug rehabilitation programs available throughout the Buckhannon area which cater to these special needs. Expert treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can provide other crucial help to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily accessible in many drug and alcohol treatment facilities around Buckhannon and in the country.