Native Americans and Alaska Natives have significantly increased rates of substance abuse and addiction than other races, an a circumstance which must be resolved for these cultures to endure. Although the things which trigger substance abuse may differ from person to person, many of the causes for the high rates of substance abuse amongst Native American and Alaska Natives are cultural ones. First of all, Native American and Alaska Native youth have some of the highest rates of drug and alcohol abuse in the country. The most obvious obstacles to treating Native Americans and Alaska Natives for drug and alcohol addiction are cultural differences and their language. Due to this it is vital that Native Americans and Alaska Natives in Northridge, CA. obtain treatment services in a drug and alcohol treatment center that is understanding of their culture, but most importantly in one that takes into the account the need to provide drug and alcohol rehabilitation in their language.