Indigenous mental health and addictions in Canada with comparisons to Australia and globally

Abstract

Indigenous people of Canada have faced a unique set of mental health and addiction challenges similar to Australia. Despite these challenges, many communities have done well. The most effective theoretical models and treatment approaches will be identified with a timeline of government policies, health care reports, and educational initiatives.

Authors

Arlene E. Kent-Wilkinson

Author Details

Arlene E. Kent-Wilkinson, PhD, RN, CPMHN(C), College of Nursing, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

Sigma Membership

Xi Lambda

Lead Author Affiliation

University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Cultural Context and Competence, Indigenous Mental Health and Addiction, Treatment Approaches

Recommended Citation

Kent-Wilkinson, Arlene E., "Indigenous mental health and addictions in Canada with comparisons to Australia and globally" (2019). INRC (Congress). 290.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/inrc/2019/presentations_2019/290

Conference Name

30th International Nursing Research Congress

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Conference Year

2019

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