Men and women can become addicted to alcohol or drugs despite a handicap or unique physical challenge. This sometimes makes people significantly more vulnerable to becoming involved in drug or alcohol addiction, due to the various challenges that may be a factor in the perspon's life. This is true for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and treatment for drug and alcohol abuse disorders is often required. Deaf or hearing impaired individuals often require ASL or other assistance as part of their rehab needs, and there are drug and alcohol treatment programs available throughout the Melville area which cater to these needs. Skilled treatment counselors who know ASL and can provide other necessary help to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in several drug and alcohol rehab facilities around Melville and around the nation.