Native Americans and Alaska Natives are known to have much very high rates of alcohol and drug abuse and addiction than other races, an a situation which must be aknowledged for these people to endure. While the things which trigger substance abuse may vary from person to individual, most of the causes for the high rates of abuse amongst Native American and Alaska Natives related to their culture. First of all, Native American and Alaska Native adolescents appear to have some of the highest rates of alcohol and drug abuse in the country. The most apparent obstacles to helping Native Americans and Alaska Natives for substance abuse are cultural challenges and language. For this reason it is vital that Native Americans and Alaska Natives in Platinum, AK. receive rehab treatment in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center that is understanding of their culture, but more importantly in one that takes into the account the need to offer drug and alcohol rehab in their native tongue.