Men and women may become addicted to drugs no matter their handicap or particular physical challenge. This sometimes makes people particularly more susceptible to becoming involved in drug or alcohol addiction, because of the various problems that this can bring in the perspon's life. This is true for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and treatment for substance abuse issues is often needed. Deaf or hearing impaired persons often require ASL or other help as part of their drug rehab plan, and there are drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs available throughout the Allenwood area which specifically help fill these special needs. Professional treatment 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 treatment facilities around Allenwood and in the country.