Individuals can become addicted to alcohol or drugs despite a handicap or personal physical problem. This often makes people particularly more susceptible to becoming involved in drug or alcohol addiction, because of the varying problems that may pop up in the perspon's life. This is often a factor for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and rehab for substance abuse disorders is sometimes required. Deaf or hearing impaired people often need ASL or other assistance as part of their treatment program, and there are alcohol and drug rehab programs available throughout the Stateline area which specifically help fill these special needs. Professional treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can provide other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily accessible in many drug rehabilitation centers around Stateline and around the nation.