Alcohol problems in Alaska Natives: Lessons from the Inuit

J. Paul Seale, Sylvia Shellenberger, John Spence

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Abstract

In this Alaska Native study, cultural "insiders" analyzed problems associated with increased alcohol availability, factors which have reduced alcoholrelated problems, and ideas for improving treatment in an Inuit community. Participants described frequent bingeing, blackouts, family violence, suicide, loss of child custody, and feelings of intergenerational grief. Helpful existing treatment approaches include alcohol ordinances, inpatient treatment programs, twelve-step groups, and religious involvement. Participants urged the development of family treatment approaches which integrate Inuit customs and values.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)1-31
Number of pages31
JournalAmerican Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health Research
Volume13
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - 2006
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine

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