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Caring for American Indian and Alaska Native Children and Adolescents

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Description
Examines the influence of historical trauma and health inequities on the socioeconomic and health status of AI/AN youth. Discusses the disproportionate mental and cardiovascular health needs, and disease processes of AI/AN youth. Identifies strategies for culturally sensitive care to lessen morbidity, and makes policy recommendations supporting institutional and system changes for improving health outcomes.
Author(s)
Bell. S., Deen, J.F., Fuentes, M., Moore, K.
Citation
Pediatrics, 147(4)
Date
04/2021
Tagged as
Abuse and violence · Children and youth · Health disparities · Mental health · Obesity and weight control · Policy · Statistics and data · Suicide and suicide prevention · Tribal communities