Muhajarine, Nazeem

Study which compared prevalence of depression in Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal women in two out-reach programmes found Aboriginal women experienced more self-harm thoughts; also found link between exercise and reduction of depression.

Examines the prevalence of antenatal depression amongst Indigenous women in Canada.

Study found anxiety symptoms were predominant in emotional distress as measured by the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) and more prevalent in younger, non-partnered and Aboriginal women.

Compares total body and trunk fatness in 212 Aboriginal and 204 Caucasian children (8-17 years) matched by age, gender and maturity.

A study that reveals the demographics and geography of poverty in Saskatoon and the significant disproportion of Aboriginal people living in poverty.

Looks at awareness and use of the Good Food Junction located in Station 20 West. Sample consisted of 365 residents of King George, Pleasant Hill, Riversdale and Westmount neighbourhoods.

Looks at the relationship between income and marital status on pregnant mothers suffering from depression. Indigenous women are more likely to experience lower education, income and social support, increasing their vulnerability for depression during and after pregnancy.

Presents a collection of cases to help academics, researchers, community practitioners and policymakers in the use of knowledge translation.

Examines the methods used by Good Food, Healthy Families studies to get the best samples of representing populations of interests for research studies.

Reviewed quantitative and qualitative studies published between 1980 and March 2010. Identified four areas which required further research: longitudinal, population-based studies; validation and modification of appropriate screening tools; cultural diversity and meaning of lived experiences; and development of evidence-informed practices through collaborations with communities.

Discusses the neighborhood factors that influence low birth weights.

Examines contributing factors leading to this violence.

Examines the use of harmful substances during pregnancy. Harmful substances include alcohol, tobacco, caffeine, and psychoactive drugs. The research shows the relationship between socio-economical conditions and substance use.

Discusses symptoms consistent with major depression and the appropriateness of using the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale with inner-city, high-risk pregnant women.

Investigates the response to the Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program on pregnant women's behaviors and birth outcomes amongst various social groups.