Native Americans and Alaska Natives have significantly higher rates of drug abuse and alcohol and drug addiction than other races, an an issue which should be addressed for these cultures to survive. While the causes may differ from individual to person, the majority of of the reasons for the high rates of alcohol and drug abuse amongst Native American and Alaska Natives are cultural ones. In fact, Native American and Alaska Native adolescents appear to have some of the highest rates of alcohol and drug abuse in the nation. The most obvious barriers to treating Native Americans and Alaska Natives for drug addiction are cultural ones and language. Due to this it is vital that Native Americans and Alaska Natives in Talkeetna, AK. receive rehab treatment in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility that is understanding of their culture, but more importantly in one that takes into the account the need to provide alcohol and drug treatment in their native tongue.