People may become addicted to drugs no matter their handicap or personal physical problem. This often makes persons significantly more susceptible to getting involved in substance abuse, due to the various challenges that this can bring in the individual's life. This is the case for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and treatment for alcohol and drug abuse issues is sometimes required. Deaf or hearing impaired persons will require ASL or other support as part of their treatment plan, and there are alcohol and drug treatment programs available throughout the Amherst, Texas area which cater to these special needs. Skilled treatment counselors who know ASL and can supply other essential assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in a number of drug rehab programs around Amherst, Texas and in the country.