Persons in The Plains with HIV/AIDS might find that they are in need of drug and alcohol abuse rehabilitation. It is essential that the drug rehabilitation program of choice is an option which recognizes the difficulties involved in treating clients afflicted by these ailments so that having HIV/AIDS does not get in the way of their rehab. As soon as any physical hurdles have been overcome, as is often the case with drug or alcohol addicted persons who have not properly cared for themselves, individuals with HIV/AIDS in treatment will be able to overcome the psychological and emotional issues involved in their addiction. The end result will be someone who can properly care for themselves physically and in life, and perhaps add several years to their lives.