Theses
Author/Creator
Róisín Aine Maria Unsworth
Description
Sociology Thesis (M.A.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2012.
The Impact of COVID-19 on the Indigenous Peoples of the Region of the Americas: Perspectives and Opportunities: Report on the High-Level Regional Meeting, 30 October 2020
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Pan American Health Organization
The Impact of History and Culture on Nursing Care of Native American Elders
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
[Donna M. Grandbois
Valerie Eschiti]
Journal of Gerontological Nursing, vol. 38, no. 10, October 2012, pp. 3-5
Description
Discusses the need for culturally responsive care for American Indian Elders.
The Impact of Sexual Abuse on Pregnancy
Alternate Title
Sexual Abuse Curriculum for Aboriginal Doula Training
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Tamara Fritzsche
Description
Training guide for Aboriginal doulas supporting women who have suffered childhood sexual abuse.
Implementing a Reward and Reminder Underage Drinking Prevention Program in Convenience Stores Near South California American Indian Reservations
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Roland S. Moore
Jennifer Roberts
Richard McGaffigan
Daniel Calac
Joel W. Grube ... [et al.]
The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, vol. 38, no. 5, September 2012, pp. 456-460
Description
Study shows that a culturally adapted, community level prevention program does have a positive effect on reducing alcohol sales to minors. Recommends further analysis.
Improving Aboriginal Juvenile Detainees' Access to Community Health Services
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Nathan Whitton
Devon Indig
Aboriginal & Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 36, no. 1, February 2012, pp. 13-16
Description
Looks at the health care needs of young men in custody.
Improving Dementia Care for Gitxsan First Nations People
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
David McAtackney
Gina Gaspard
Debbie Sullivan
Lisa Bourque-Bearskin
Mavis Sebastian
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 16, no. 1, Honouring the Sacred Fire: Ending Systemic Racism toward Indigenous Peoples, 2021, pp. 118-145
Description
Identifies ways of incorporating Gitxsan knowledge of dementia to help nurses incorporate more culturally safe practices to deal with Indigenous elderly patients in British Columbia.
In a Voice of the Heart: Communication of Chest Discomfort among Navajos
Theses
Author/Creator
Miné Seher Seniyé
Description
Health Education, Physical Education, Recreation Thesis (Ph.D.)--The University of New Mexico, 1997.
In Plain Sight: Addressing Indigenous-specific Racism and Discrimination in BC Health Care
Alternate Title
THIS SPACE HERE: The piece that follows has been composed for BC Studies readers by the authors of In Plain Sight: Addressing Indigenous-specific Racism and Discrimination in BC Health Care.
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond
Harmony Johnson
BC Studies, no. 209, Spring, 2021, pp. 7-17
Description
An overview of In Plain Sight: Addressing Indigenous-specific Racism and Discrimination in BC Health Care. Also includes links to the final review reports on the BC health care system.
Indian Boarding School Experience, Substance Use, and Mental Health among Urban Two-Spirit American Indian/Alaska Natives
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Teresa Evans-Campbell
Karina L. Walters
Cynthia R. Pearson
Christopher D. Campbell
American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, vol. 38, no. 5, Special Issue, September 2012, pp. 421-427
Description
Compares adults who either attended boarding schools or were raised by someone who had attended to those with no boarding school history. Reports higher rates of illegal drug use and alcohol use disorder with an association.
Indigenous Beliefs about Biomedical and Bush Medicine Treatment Efficacy for Indigenous Cancer Patients: A Review of the Literature
Alternate Title
Indigenous Beliefs of Cancer Treatment
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
K. D. van Schaik
S. C. Thompson
Internal Medicine Journal, vol. 42, no. 2, February 2012, pp. 184-191
Description
Results from search of peer-reviewed journal papers suggest five themes: concerns about toxicity of treatment; disconnect with physician; fears about absence from home during treatment; different beliefs about causes of the disease; and failure to address holistic health.
Indigenous Life Stories as Narratives of Health and Resistance: A Dialogical Narrative Analysis
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Bodil Hansen Blix
Torunn Hamran
Hans Ketil Normann
Canadian Journal of Nursing Research, vol. 44, no. 2, Indigenous Peoples Health and Health-Care Equity, 2012, pp. 65-85
Description
Study explores experiences of health for elderly Sami.
Indigenous Populations Health Protection: A Canadian Perspective
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Katya L. Richardson
Michelle S. Driedger
Nick J. Pizzi
Jianhong Wu
Seyed M. Moghadas
BMC Public Health, vol. 12, 2012, p. article no. 1098
Description
Discusses workshop on Indigenous Population Health Protection held May 7-8, 2012 at York University.
Indigenous Youth Suicide: A Systematic Review of the Literature
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Henry G. Harder
Josh Rash
Travis Holyk
Eduardo Jovel
Kari Harder
Pimatisiwin, vol. 10, no. 1, Summer, 2012, pp. 125-142
Description
Reviews twenty three studies which highlight the need for further research on youth suicide and suggests how such research could be conducted rigorously.
The Influence of Self-Efficacy and Cultural Identification Upon Alcohol Use Among American Indians
Theses
Author/Creator
Matthew J. Taylor
Description
Clinical Psychology Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Missouri-St. Louis, 1997.
International Indigenous Dementia Research Network Meeting Report
Alternate Title
Ancillary Meeting of the Alzheimer's Association International Conference, July 16, 2012
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Kristen Jacklin
Description
Focuses on the "ask and offer" session which identified key areas of interest under five themes: knowledge gaps, clinical assessment and screening, caregiving, networking, research methods and knowledge translation; two cross-cutting themes were issues of communication and cultural safety.
International Indigenous Development Research Conference 2012: Proceedings
E-Books
Author/Creator
Piotr Wolski
Heather Gifford
Amohia Boulton
Sue Triggs
Chris Cunningham ... [et al.]
Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and the Social Determinants of Aboriginal Peoples’ Health: A Case Study of First Nations Women’s Resilience, Resistance, and Renewal
Theses
Author/Creator
Julie A. George
Description
Sociology Thesis (Ph.D)--University of Western Ontario, 2012.
Intimate Stories: Aboriginal Women's Lived Experiences of Health Services in Northern British Columbia and the Potential of Creative Arts to Raise Awareness About HPV, Cervical Cancer, and Screening
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Virginia L. Russell
Sarah de Leeuw
Journal of Aboriginal Health, vol. 8, no. 1, Holistic Approaches to Preventing HPV Infections and Related Diseases, March 2012, pp. 18-27
Description
Study involving 22 women shows that ethnicity, finances and formal education are determinants of women's knowledge of cervical screening programs.
An Introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Cultural Protocols and Perspectives
E-Books
Author/Creator
Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
It’s a Journey Not a Check Box: Indigenous Cultural Safety From Training to Transformation
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Lloy Wylie
Stephanie McConkey
Ann Marie Corrado
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 16, no. 1, Honouring the Sacred Fire: Ending Systemic Racism toward Indigenous Peoples, 2021, pp. 314-332
Description
Discusses educational and training approaches being employed to address racism experienced by Indigenous people seeking health care.
Jumping Through Hoops: An Overview of the Experiences and Perspectives of Aboriginal Mothers Involved With Child Welfare in Manitoba
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Marlyn Bennett
Leslie Spillett
Catherine Dunn
First Peoples Child & Family Review, vol. 7, no. 1, 2012, pp. 76-83
Description
Research based on talking circles and interviews with Aboriginal women, community advocates, and lawyers.
Kímmapiiyipitssini: The Meaning of Empathy
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
National Film Board of Canada (NFB)
Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers
David Christensen
Lori Lozinski
Description
Tells the story of the impacts of the substance abuse and overdose epidemic in the Kainai (Blood) First Nation and the community's battle to overcome it.
Duration: 2:04:59.
Knowledge is Power: Building Capacities for First Nations Control of Health Services
Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Jeff Reading
Description
Contends that Indigenous peoples in Canada endure a profound health and socioeconomic burden when compared to mainstream populations and that improving the health of Indigenous peoples means recognition for Indigenous knowledge systems and 'ways of knowing'
Duration: 23:52.
Ktunaxa Community Learning Centres: Unique Community Perspectives on the Development of Health Education
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Katherine Wisener
Nigel Warden
James N. White
Lisa Three Feathers
Brandy Joe
Sandra Jarvis-Selinger
Pimatisiwin, vol. 10, no. 1, Summer, 2012, pp. 39-56
Description
Looks at the effectiveness of the learning centres and some directives to ensure future meaningful health education resource development.
[Landscape for Health: Settlement Planning and Development for Better Health in Rural and Remote Indigenous Australia: Visual Story and Documentation]
E-Books
Author/Creator
[Jim Sinatra
Phin Murphy]
Learning Midwifery in Nunavik: Community-Based Education for Inuit Midwives
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Brendo Epoo
Jennie Stonier
Vicki Van Wagner
Evelyn Harney
Pimatisiwin, vol. 10, no. 3, Winter, 2012, pp. 283-300
Description
Discusses a successful education program that supports the return of birth to small, remote communities.
Making Allyship Work: Allyship Perspectives in a Community-Based Research Study
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Katsistohkwí:io Jacco
Madeline Gallard
Joanna Mendell
Darren Lauscher
Deb Schmitz ... [et al.]
Journal of Indigenous HIV Research, vol. 11, Soft Launch, Summer, 2021, pp. 14-32
Description
Using the Making it Work project to create an open discussion about health and social inequalities to provide input into conducting community based research.
Managing Two Worlds Together. Stage 2: Patient Journey Mapping Tools
E-Books
Author/Creator
Janet Kelly
Judith Dwyer
Brita Pekarsky
Tamara Mackean
Eileen Willis ... [et al.]
Manitoba Funds Aboriginal Health Centre
Articles » General
CMAJ: Canadian Medical Association Journal, vol. 157, no. 4, August 15, 1997, p. 361
Description
Short paragraph stating that the Government of Manitoba will provide some two million dollars over the next three years to fund an Aboriginal Health and Wellness Centre in Winnipeg.
Māori and Pain: A Literature Review
Alternate Title
Maori and Pain: A Literature Review
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Zoe C. McGavock
Helen Moewaka Barnes
Tim McCreanor
AlterNative, vol. 8, no. 2, 2012, pp. 163-175
Description
Contends that it is most likely that Māori people carry a disproportionate burden of pain due to other health disparities.
Māori Centred Social Work Practice: Evidence Brief
Alternate Title
Māori Centered Social Work Practice: Evidence Brief
E-Books
Author/Creator
Oranga Tamariki Evidence Centre
Māori Kuia in Aotearoa/New Zealand: Perceptions of Marae and How Marae Affects Their Health
Alternate Title
Maori Kuia in Aotearoa/New Zealand: Perceptions of Marae and How Marae Affects Their Health
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Annemarie Gillies
Shirley Barnett
Pimatisiwin, vol. 10, no. 1, Summer, 2012, pp. 27-37
Description
Looks at a study of older Māori women that concludes health is connected to place and space.
Māori Social Workers: Experiences within Social Service Organisations
Alternate Title
Maori Social Workers: Experiences within Social Service Organisations
Theses
Author/Creator
Awhina Netta Ramari Hollis-English
Description
Sociology, Gender and Social Work Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Otago, 2012.
Māori Social Workers: Experiences within Social Service Organisations
Alternate Title
Maori Social Workers: Experiences within Social Service Organisations
Theses
Author/Creator
Awhina N. R. Hollis-English
Description
Social Work and Community Development Thesis (Ph.D)--University of Otago, 2012.
Marginalization and Coercion: Canada's Evacuation Policy for Pregnant First Nations Women Who Live on Reserves in Rural and Remote Regions
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Karen Lawford
Audrey Giles
Pimatisiwin, vol. 10, no. 3, Winter, 2012, pp. 327-340
Description
Argues that the evacuation policy is not based entirely on the wellbeing of the mother and infant but also an attempt to civilize and assimilate First Nations.
The Meaning of the Client Experience at a Health Centre Within a First Nations Community in Southern Ontario
Theses
Author/Creator
Heather K. Krohn
Description
Nursing Thesis (Ph.D.)--McMaster University, 2012.
Measuring Cultural Safety in Health Systems
Alternate Title
Measuring Cultural Safety in Health Systems: Addendum -- List of Indicators
E-Books
Author/Creator
Canadian Institute for Health Information
Description
Related Material:
Addendum -- List of Indicators.
Medevac and Beyond: The Impact of Medical Travel on Nunavut Residents
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Cameron McKenzie
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 9, no. 2, Inuit Health and Well-Being, 2012, pp. 80-88
Description
Study shows that current medical transfer system does not fully meet psychosocial needs of Inuit patients and their families.
NOTE: Also published as Journal of Aboriginal Health, Summer, 2015.
The Media and Indigenous Policy: How News Media Reporting and Mediatized Practice Impact on Indigenous Policy: A Preliminary Report
E-Books
Author/Creator
Kerry McCallum
Michael Meadows
Lisa Waller
Michelle Dunne Breen
Holly Reid
Medical Experimentation and the Roots of COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy among Indigenous Peoples in Canada
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Ian Mosby
Jaris Swidrovich
Canadian Medical Association Journal, vol. 193, no. 11, 2021, pp. E381-E383
Description
Investigates the historical legacy of neglect and distrust that has led to a higher COVID vulnerability and hesitancy towards the COVID vaccine among Indigenous people.
Men and Mental Health
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Ken O'Shea
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 21, no. 1, January/February 1997, pp. 15-16
Description
Answers questions on mental health and how other activities or incidents can trigger issues.
Models of Excellence in Indigenous Community Health - Part Five: South Australia - Part A
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Rose Ellis
Donnaleen Campbell
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 21, no. 1, January/February 1997, pp. 3-14
Description
Examines health care services in the remote north west corner of South Australia and on the Eyre Peninsula in the south.
Moving Toward Indigenous-Centred Perinatal Care in Urban Quebec
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Natasha Blanchet-Cohen
Édith Cloutier
Stéphane Laroche
Carole Lévesque
Maxime-August Wawanoloath
International Journal of Indigenous Health, vol. 16, no. 2, Wisdom of the Elders: Honouring Spiritual Laws in Indigenous Knowledge, 2021, pp. 54-69
Description
Examines the use of Abinodjic as a wholistic approach to childcare that aligns with Indigenous cultural practices.
Moving Towards Nahi: Addressing Health Equity in Research Involving Indigenous People
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Annette J. Browne
Madeleine Dion Stout
Canadian Journal of Nursing Research, vol. 44, no. 2, Indigenous Peoples Health and Health-Care Equity, 2012, pp. 7-10
Description
Comments on the approach to be taken when conducting research in partnership with Indigenous people.
Multiculturalism and AIDS: Different Communities Mean Different Educational Messages Required
Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Olga Lechky
CMAJ: Canadian Medical Association Journal, vol. 156, no. 10, May 15, 1997, pp. 1446-1448
Description
Discusses how different strategies are needed to reach those outside mainstream HIV/AIDS education.
The Muskrat and the Global Turtle: Looking into the Phenomenon of Indigenous Youth's Suicide in Northern Canada Using the Land Detachment Theory
Graduate Research Projects & Papers
Author/Creator
Shaune F. Rice
Description
Integrated Studies Project (M.A.)--Athabasca University, 2012.
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National Colloquium on Racism, Cultural Safety and Aboriginal Peoples' Health
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Erin Cusack
Description
Reports on presentations and panel discussion held by researches and Aboriginal health organizations in Ottawa.
The National Indigenous Australians' Sexual Health Strategy, 1996-97 to 1998-99: A Report of the ANCARD Working Party on Indigenous Australians' Sexual Health
E-Books
Author/Creator
Australian National Council on AIDS & Related Diseases (ANCARD) Working Party on Indigenous Australians' Sexual Health