Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 37, no. 1, 2017, pp. 49-64
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Summarizes a study of the effectiveness of community-based, culturally relevant, sexual education in an Inuit community in Labrador. Researchers found that overall knowledge and attitude scores increased pre- to post-questionnaire as a result of the sexual health education presentation.
LEARNing Landscapes , vol. 10, no. 2, Fostering Health and Well-Being in Education, 2017, pp. 271-285
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Discusses three-year study involving creation of an after school health and wellness program (Growing Young Movers) using the narrative inquiry methodology.
Found that 60% of unexpected deaths were accidental (motor vehicle crashes, overdose, downing and fire), 33% were due to suicide, and 5% were the result of homicide. Identified three key areas to prevent deaths and support wellness and well-being: connectedness to peers, family, community and culture; access to services; and culturally safe and trauma-informed care.
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 21, no. 5, September/October 1997, p. 30
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Describes culturally sensitive programs being delivered to Indigenous Australians to improve wellness and enhance familiarity with the health care system.