Men and women can become addicted to alcohol or drugs despite a handicap or unique physical challenge. This often makes persons particularly more susceptible to getting involved in substance abuse, due to the various issues that may be a factor in the perspon's life. This is the case for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and drug rehab for substance abuse disorders is often essential. Deaf or hearing impaired individuals often require ASL or other support as part of their drug rehab needs, and there are drug rehab facilities available throughout the Douglas, AK. area which specifically help fill these special needs. Skilled treatment counselors who know ASL and can offer other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in many drug treatment centers around Douglas, AK. and in the country.