Native Americans and Alaska Natives have significantly increased rates of drug abuse and addiction than other races, an an issue which has to be aknowledged for these people to survive. Although the causes may vary from individual to person, many of the causes for the significantly higher rates of substance abuse among Native American and Alaska Natives related to their culture. In fact, Native American and Alaska Native youth have some of the highest rates of alcohol and drug abuse in the U.S.. The most apparent hurdles to helping Native Americans and Alaska Natives for drug and alcohol addiction are cultural differences and language. Due to this it is important that Native Americans and Alaska Natives in Pirtleville, AZ. obtain rehab treatment in a drug rehab center that is understanding of their culture, and most importantly in a drug rehab program that takes into the account the need to offer drug rehabilitation in their native tongue.