Native Americans and Alaska Natives have much very high rates of substance abuse and alcohol and drug addiction than other ethnicities, an a situation which should be addressed for these people to survive. Although the reasons may vary from individual to person, the majority of of the causes for the high rates of drug abuse among Native American and Alaska Natives have to do with their culture. In fact, Native American and Alaska Native youth have some of the highest rates of drug and alcohol abuse in the nation. The most evident obstacles to helping Native Americans and Alaska Natives for addiction are cultural differences and their language. For this reason it is vital that Native Americans and Alaska Natives in Anderson, AK. obtain treatment services in an alcohol and drug rehab center that is understanding of their culture, but more importantly in one that considers the need to supply alcohol and drug treatment in their native tongue.