Men and women may become addicted to alcohol or drugs no matter their handicap or unique physical problem. This at times makes persons particularly more susceptible to becoming involved in alcohol or drug addiction, due to the unique challenges that this can bring in the perspon's life. This is true for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and treatment for substance abuse problems is sometimes needed. Deaf or hearing impaired persons often require ASL or other assistance as part of their treatment program, and there are drug and alcohol treatment facilities available throughout the Oak Lawn area which specifically help fill these special needs. Expert treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can offer other necessary help to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily available in several drug and alcohol rehab centers around Oak Lawn and around the nation.