Sherman Alexie and the New Native American Identity
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Erick Ortiz
Description
Comments on a prolific Native American author.
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.
Presents responses to a wish-list by Colleen Simard, and comments by Richard Wagamese on Shawn Atleo's interview with CBC's Peter Mansbridge.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to p.5.
Survey conducted from July to October, 2018.