Individuals can become addicted to drugs or alcohol no matter their handicap or particular physical problem. This at times makes persons even more vulnerable to becoming involved in alcohol or drug addiction, as a result of the varying challenges that may be a factor in the individual's life. This is often a factor for people 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 will require ASL or other support as part of their treatment program, and there are drug rehabilitation centers available throughout the Silas area which cater to these special needs. Expert drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can provide other essential assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in many drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers around Silas and in the United States.