Individuals may become addicted to drugs or alcohol despite a handicap or particular physical problem. This at times makes persons particularly more susceptible to becoming involved in substance abuse, because of the various challenges that may pop up in the perspon's life. This is often a factor for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and drug rehab for substance abuse issues is often necessary. Deaf or hearing impaired individuals often need ASL or other assistance as part of their rehab needs, and there are drug treatment centers available throughout the Frederick area which cater to these special needs. Professional drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can provide other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily accessible in many drug rehab centers around Frederick and around the nation.