The topic of Asian American drug use is one that is rarely seen in the media. Thinking about this topic brought up the question: Do Asian Americans use substances? Their use of substances is an aspect that is still little studied. To gain a better understanding of the topic, I will research the scope of the problem, use models, barriers to treatment, and methods to keep drug abusers in treatment. Most national studies of drug use often lump Asian Americans into the “other” category. " and focus primarily on African Americans, whites, and Hispanics. The lack of unspecified studies has led some to believe that there is no drug abuse problem in the Asian-American population. In turn, this has perpetuated the stereotype that Asian Americans are a model minority (Moloney, Hunt, & Evans, 2008, p. 377). A model minority is a group “that does not experience mental health problems, medical comorbidities, or addictions” (Fong MD & Tsuang MD MS, 2007, p. 52).The reality is that, although the research pool is superficial, substance abuse is present in the Asian American community (Fong MD & Tsuang MD MS, 2007, p. 52). by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) in 2000 found that 5% of the 12 million Asian Americans in the United States had used illegal drugs in the past 12 months. 3% of these studies were found to meet the criteria for a substance use disorder (Fong MD & Tsuang MD MS, 2007, p. 52). Fong Md and Tsuang MD MS state: “There are some unique biopsychosocial aspects of addictive disorders affecting the Asian American (AAPI) population. As for specific data, most appears to be available in the area of ​​alcohol and much less is available regarding drugs… a diverse sample of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders: Opinions of treatment clients, 2013 , p. 9). Loss of confidentiality concerns cultural barriers, “AAPIs place significant emphasis on appearances of normal functioning” (Fong MD & Tsuang MD MS, 2007, p. 56). Asian Americans don't like asking for help, they fear the stigma that will come with it. “AAPIs take a holistic view of health and often view mental disorders and addictions as a medical problem, a sign of weakness, or a lack of willpower over Western temptations” (Fong MD and Tsuang MD MS, 2007, p. 56). There are also practical barriers that cause a lack of care. The cost of treatment and the lack of culturally competent services were listed in a study by Fong and Tsuang (Asian-Americans, Addictions, and Barriers to Treatment, 2007, p.. 56).