Author

Waldram, James B

Herring, Ann

Young, T. Kue

Edition

2nd ed.

Place of Publication

[Toronto, ON]

Publisher

University of Toronto Press

Publication Date

2006

Physical Description

Paperback, 367 p.

Subject

Aboriginal Health

Leadership/Coaching

Abstract

Numerous studies, inquiries, and statistics accumulated over the years have demonstrated the poor health status of Aboriginal peoples relative to the Canadian population in general. Aboriginal Health in Canada is about the complex web of physiological, psychological, spiritual, historical, sociological, cultural, economic, and environmental factors that contribute to health and disease patterns among the Aboriginal peoples of Canada.

The authors explore the evidence for changes in patterns of health and disease prior to and since European contact, up to the present. They discuss medical systems and the place of medicine within various Aboriginal cultures and trace the relationship between politics and the organization of health services for Aboriginal people. They also examine popular explanations for Aboriginal health patterns today, and emphasize the need to understand both the historical-cultural context of health issues, as well as the circumstances that give rise to variation in health problems and healing strategies in Aboriginal communities across the country. An overview of Aboriginal peoples in Canada provides a very general background for the non-specialist. Finally, contemporary Aboriginal healing traditions, the issue of self-determination and health care, and current trends in Aboriginal health issues are examined.

ISBN

97808082085795

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

REF GN 400 WAL 2006

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Author

Ammerican Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)

Place of Publication

Warsaw, IN

Publisher

Zimmer Inc.

Publication Date

2005

Physical Description

1 CD-ROM

Subject

Cross-Cultural Health Care

Minority Health

Patient-Health Care Practitioner Relations. Doctor-Patient Relations.

Patient Relations

Abstract

The Cultural Competency Challenge is a self-assessment and learning tool, showcasing 18 diverse patient cases, designed to help surgeons become more aware of cultural differences among their patients, including communication and clinical considerations.

Notes

AAOS Product: #02735

Language

English

Material Type

CD

Audio

Call Number

REF GN 300 CUL 2005

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Author

Kongnetiman, Linda

Place of Publication

Calgary, AB

Publisher

Southern Alberta Child & Youth Health Network (SACYHN)

Publication Date

2005

Physical Description

Spriral bound paperback: 50 p.

Subject

Cross-Cultural Health Care

Pregnancy/Childbirth. Obstetrics

Perspectives in Health Care

Patient Relations

Abstract

A manual to provide health care professionals with information that will support them in their kowledge, and skill building in providing cuturally competent services to first generation immigrant and refugee women, including; Ante-partum with focus on pregnancy, intra-partum with focus on labour and delivery, post-partum with a focus on delivery and care, post-partum depression, and gynecology with a focus on sexuality, breast health, menopause, papanicolaou, and abortion. Presents cutural summaries on five ethnic groups: Chinese, South Asian, Middle Eastern Sudanese, and Ethiopian women.

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

REF GN 300 KON 2005

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Author

Menzies, Peter (ed.)

Lavallee, Lynn F. (ed.)

Place of Publication

[Canada]

Publisher

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)

Publication Date

2014

Physical Description

Paperback, 459 p.

Subject

Aboriginal Health

Leadership/Coaching

Mental Health

Abstract

Helping to promote healing in Aboriginal people with addiction and mental health issues requires specialized knowledge and unique skills. Health, social service and justice workers must first have a grasp of history and the emotional legacy that today's generation of Aboriginal people carry. They must also be prepared to blend Aboriginal and Western approaches to match their clients' unique world views. Journey to Healing is a comprehensive and practical evidence-based resource. It was written to help prepare students and professionals to provide counselling and social services to Aboriginal people with mental health and addiction issues in urban, rural and isolated settings. The scope of the book is broad; each chapter focuses on a specific topic. Many of the authors are Aboriginal and all are respected experts in their fields. Each author shares his or her scholarly learning, insight, wisdom and experience of addressing addiction and mental health issues in Aboriginal populations. The guide is intended to serve as a course text for health, social service and justice programs in universities and community colleges. It will also be of interest to social workers, addiction and mental health service providers, and prison, probation, parole and police officers working with Aboriginal communities.

ISBN

9781771141598

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

REF GN 400 MEN 2014

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