Individuals may become addicted to drugs despite a handicap or personal physical challenge. This at times makes people even more susceptible to getting involved in alcohol or drug addiction, because of the unique challenges that may pop up in the perspon's life. This is the case for individuals in the deaf and hearing impaired community also, and rehab for drug and alcohol abuse issues is often essential. Deaf or hearing impaired people will require ASL or other help as part of their drug rehab needs, and there are alcohol and drug treatment programs available throughout the Gorham area which specifically help fill these needs. Professional treatment counselors who understand the need for ASL and can offer other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired addicted individuals are readily available in several drug and alcohol treatment programs around Gorham and in the country.