Men and women can become addicted to drugs or alcohol no matter their handicap or particular physical issue. This often makes people significantly more vulnerable to becoming involved in alcohol or drug addiction, as a result of the unique challenges that may pop up in the perspon's life. This is true for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and treatment for alcohol and drug abuse disorders is sometimes required. Deaf or hearing impaired people will require ASL or other help as part of their rehab program, and there are alcohol and drug rehabilitation facilities available throughout the Westwood area which specifically help fill these needs. Professional treatment counselors who know ASL and can offer other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily accessible in many drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers around Westwood and around the nation.