Journal of Ethnicity in Substance Abuse, vol. 7, no. 3, September 2008, pp. 258-267
Description
Contends that Native American pre-adolescents have a rate of drug use similar to older youth but, with proper community awareness, it may be possible to reverse use patterns and reduce risks.
Provides information on substance abuse trends, risk and protective factors, prevention system challenges, reports findings from key informant interview and focus groups and a small sample of substance abuse prevention practices, programs and policies.
Canadian Family Physician, vol. 54, July 2008, pp. 1000.e1-1000.e7
Description
Articles reviewed dealt with United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand and focused on viewing addictions from a socio-cultural standpoint and enhancing community empowerment.
American Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health Research, vol. 14, no. 3, 2008, pp. 1-23
Description
Study found high levels of co-occurring conditions for Indigenous American clients, often combining chronic health problems, substance abuse histories, and mental health problems.
The Surgeon General's Workshop on Drunk Driving: Background Papers
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Author/Creator
Philip A. May
Description
Discusses the necessity of a comprehensive program which addresses both general conditions and specific prevention and intervention tasks.
Excerpt from The Surgeon General's Workshop on Drunk Driving: Background Papers.
Purpose of report is to present basic information on prevention trends, issues, challenges and strengths for planners and decision makers regarding future programming.
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 20, no. 3, Fall, 2008, pp. 108-110
Description
Book review of: Potawatomi Tracks (The Ballad of Vietnam and Other Stories) by Larry Mitchell.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access review, scroll to page 108.
American Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health Research, vol. 14, no. 3, 2008, pp. 24-48
Description
Objective of the study was to describe the predictors of substance use relapse of American Indian (AI) women up to one year following substance abuse treatment.
Documentary explains the spiritual significance of the pipe, sweat lodge, four gates, tree of life and the other aspects of the dance.
Duration: 69:22.
Wicazo Sa Review, vol. 23, no. 1, Spring, 2008, pp. 123-146
Description
A synopsis of the movie Smoke Signals," examines the relationship between fatherhood and forgiveness. Also included are discussion questions on topics of addiction, Native American genocide, and family relationships.
Extensive resource providing links to jobs and scholarships, nationwide programs and initiatives, medical and professional programs, and resources for IHS management.