People can become addicted to drugs or alcohol no matter their handicap or personal physical issue. This sometimes makes individuals significantly more vulnerable to becoming involved in alcohol or drug addiction, as a result of the unique issues that this can bring in the individual's life. This is true for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and treatment for substance abuse disorders is often necessary. Deaf or hearing impaired persons will need ASL or other support as part of their treatment needs, and there are drug rehab programs available throughout the Highland Park area which cater to these needs. Skilled treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can supply other necessary help to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in a number of drug and alcohol treatment programs around Highland Park and in the United States.