Men and women may become addicted to drugs despite a handicap or unique physical challenge. This sometimes makes people particularly more vulnerable to becoming involved in drug or alcohol addiction, due to the various challenges that may be a factor in the perspon's life. This is true for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and rehab for substance abuse disorders is sometimes essential. Deaf or hearing impaired persons often require ASL or other help as part of their rehab program, and there are alcohol and drug rehabilitation facilities available throughout the Talkeetna, Alaska area which cater to these needs. Skilled treatment counselors who know ASL and can offer other necessary help to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily available in many drug treatment centers around Talkeetna, Alaska and around the nation.