Men and women can become addicted to drugs or alcohol no matter their handicap or particular physical problem. This often makes individuals significantly more vulnerable to getting involved in substance abuse, because of the various issues that may be a factor in the individual's life. This is often a factor for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and treatment for alcohol and drug abuse disorders is often necessary. Deaf or hearing impaired persons will require ASL or other assistance as part of their rehab needs, and there are alcohol and drug rehab centers accessible throughout the Patriot area which specifically help fill these needs. Professional treatment counselors who know ASL and can provide other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in a number of drug rehabilitation centers around Patriot and around the nation.