Individuals can become addicted to drugs no matter their handicap or personal physical issue. This sometimes makes individuals particularly more susceptible to becoming involved in drug or alcohol addiction, as a result of the various problems that may pop up in the perspon's life. This is the case for persons in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and rehab for alcohol and drug abuse issues is sometimes needed. Deaf or hearing impaired individuals often require ASL or other assistance as part of their drug rehab needs, and there are alcohol and drug treatment centers available throughout the Gunpowder, Maryland area which cater to these needs. Professional drug rehab counselors who know ASL and can provide other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily accessible in many drug and alcohol rehabilitation facilities around Gunpowder, Maryland and around the nation.