Journal of the Canadian Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, vol. 15, no. 4, November 2006, pp. 159-167
Description
Looks at two research themes: to test theoretical models of Aboriginal suicidal behaviour and to determine the optimal individual, community, and school-based interventions to reduce suicidal behaviour.
Looks at both strategies and concerns regarding Aboriginal tourism as a tool of cross-cultural awareness by examining a detailed survey of Aboriginal cultural tourism operators from across Canada.
Focuses on incidence, severity, causes, and consequences of violence, and resources available both on- and off-reserve. Qualitative data gathered through focus groups of women and key informant interviews with service providers.
Discusses the need to develop a national private sector-Aboriginal partnership strategy to ease the labour shortage and ensure First Nations do not miss out on job opportunities.
Aboriginal & Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 4, no. 3, September 1980, pp. 4-14
Description
Opening address at the National Conference of the Australian National Association for Mental Health and the National Aboriginal Mental Health Association.
American Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health Research, vol. 13, no. 2, 2006, pp. 123-151
Description
Looks at an off-reservation school that received Therapeutic Residential Model funding for the 2001-2002 school year and choose to use the funds for an intensive academic enhancement effort.
Dance Thesis (M.A.)--The American University, 2006.
Lakota Sioux Ghost Dance of 1890 is used as a case study concerning preservation and documentation of traditional dance regalia and material.
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 6, no. 1, March 1982, pp. 48-50
Description
Describes a training program consisting of eight sessions over a two and a half year period with a significant Aboriginal representation in the administrative side of the program.
Aboriginal & Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 4, no. 4, December 1980, pp. 48-49
Description
Two personal narratives from employees of Groote Eylandt Mining Company's Industrial Health Department regarding the upheaval of mining development and the importance of hygiene in disease prevention.
Journal of Family Social Work, vol. 10, no. 4, 2006, pp. 81-101
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Investigates the motivations for, and experiences of raising grandchildren. Questions asked about motivation included experiences with: the child welfare system, residential schools, foster care and adoptive placements; and the impact of the Indian Child Welfare Act on kinship care.
Forum on Corrections Research, vol. 18, no. 1, Managing Addictions, June 2006, pp. 9-11
Description
Brief description of a research initiative, an evidence-based substance abuse initiative and problems of addiction, recidivism, programming and evaluation as they apply to Nova Scotia.
Aboriginal & Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 4, no. 2, June 1980, pp. 16-24
Description
Discusses use of natural substances for medical needs and how contact with Europeans created significant substance abuse problems with substances from alcohol to sugar.
Examines how organizations serving Aboriginal people can help to create supportive and nonjudgmental environments for two-spirit people living with HIV/AIDS through the development of policies addressing homophobia and raising awareness.
Presents statistical information on the socio-economic conditions faced by Aboriginal women and analyzes the priorities outlined by the Conservative government in terms of addressing these issues.
University of New Brunswick Law Journal, vol. 55, 2006, pp. 146-171
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Argues for a bi-national panel to make determinations of historical fact in light of comments from two judges regarding the appropriateness of judicial rulings regarding Aboriginal title.
Aboriginal & Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 4, no. 2, June 1980, p. 4
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Brief story reports on the Warramirri people from Elcho Island, Australia permitting the Clinical Oncology Society to use their carving of two snakes as the Society's symbol.
Journal of American Indian Education, vol. 19, no. 3, May 1980, pp. [5-7]
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Successful techniques used in citizen workshops to provide people of the Navajo Nation with the basic information and tools needed to actively participate in land use planning.
Journal of Canadian Studies, vol. 40, no. 3, Fall, 2006, pp. 100-119, 221
Description
Discusses contradictions of a harmonious co-existence of anglophone, francophone, and Indigenous populations in the adventure series, Adventures in Rainbow Country.