Individuals may become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or particular physical challenge. This often makes persons particularly more susceptible to getting involved in drug or alcohol addiction, due to the unique challenges that this can bring in the individual's life. This is the case for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and treatment for substance abuse issues is sometimes required. Deaf or hearing impaired persons often need ASL or other help as part of their rehab plan, and there are alcohol and drug rehab programs available throughout the Nixon area which cater to these needs. Professional drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can provide other necessary help to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in several drug and alcohol rehab centers around Nixon and in the country.