Native Americans and Alaska Natives have much very high rates of drug abuse and addiction than other races, an an issue which has to be addressed for these cultures to survive. While the causes may vary from person to individual, the majority of of the causes for the higher rates of alcohol and drug abuse among Native American and Alaska Natives related to their culture. In fact, Native American and Alaska Native adolescents have some of the highest rates of alcohol and drug abuse in the U.S.. The most obvious hurdles to helping Native Americans and Alaska Natives for drug and alcohol addiction are cultural challenges and their language. Due to this it is important that Native Americans and Alaska Natives in Chamisal, NM. obtain rehab treatment in an alcohol and drug rehab center that is culturally acceptable, and most importantly in one that considers the need to provide alcohol and drug rehabilitation in their native tongue.