Kanyirninpa: Health, Masculinity and Wellbeing of Desert Aboriginal Men
Theses
Author/Creator
Brian Francis McCoy
Description
Population Health Thesis (Ph.D.)--The University of Melbourne
Looks at features of 22 programs which operate to address issues in the areas of conduct problems, reducing re-offending, remand, rehabilitation, and mental health and substance abuse.
Study uses data from the 2012 Aboriginal Peoples Survey to measure income-related inequalities in the experience of psychological distress and suicidal behaviors in Aboriginal adults living off-reserve. Findings indicate that higher income and especially food security serve as a protective factor against mental health issues. Recommends policy that attends to these socioeconomic determinants of health.