Native Americans and Alaska Natives are known to have much increased rates of substance abuse and drug addiction than other races, an a situation which should be addressed for these people to survive. Although the causes may differ from person to individual, the majority of of the factors for the high rates of substance abuse among Native American and Alaska Natives have to do with their culture. In fact, Native American and Alaska Native youth appear to have some of the highest rates of drug and alcohol abuse in the U.S.. The most apparent obstacles to helping Native Americans and Alaska Natives for addiction are cultural differences and language. Due to this it is crucial that Native Americans and Alaska Natives in Bloomfield, NM. receive rehab treatment in a drug treatment center that is culturally acceptable, but more importantly in one that takes into the account the need to offer drug and alcohol rehab in their language.