Individuals can become addicted to drugs or alcohol no matter their handicap or particular physical challenge. This sometimes makes persons particularly more vulnerable to becoming involved in substance abuse, as a result of the unique issues that may pop up in the individual's life. This is often a factor for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and treatment for substance abuse issues is sometimes essential. Deaf or hearing impaired people often require ASL or other help as part of their treatment plan, and there are alcohol and drug rehab facilities accessible throughout the Gaston area which cater to these needs. Expert treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can supply other necessary help to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in a number of drug rehab facilities around Gaston and around the nation.