Men and women can become addicted to alcohol or drugs despite a handicap or unique physical challenge. This often makes people even more vulnerable to becoming involved in substance abuse, as a result of the varying challenges that may be a factor in the perspon's life. This is often a factor for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and treatment for drug and alcohol abuse issues is sometimes needed. Deaf or hearing impaired people will require ASL or other help as part of their rehab plan, and there are drug and alcohol rehabilitation facilities accessible throughout the Houghton area which cater to these needs. Expert treatment counselors who know ASL and can supply other necessary help to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily available in a number of drug rehab centers around Houghton and in the country.