Factors Influencing Outcomes for Indigenous Peoples Seeking Treatment for Addiction
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Authors
Shea, Kevin
Issue Date
2024-08-29
Type
Capstone
Language
en
Keywords
Indigenous , addiction , colonialism , intergenerational trauma , cultural competence
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Abstract
This capstone project details the factors contributing to the disparities in both addiction prevalence and outcomes for Indigenous clients seeking and receiving addiction treatment. Research has identified factors both past (colonialism, intergenerational trauma) and present (systemic racism, lack of culturally-specific care) that contribute to this disparity. This capstone begins by exploring these factors in detail and presenting an overview of the current treatment options available to Indigenous clients and their effectiveness. There is also a discussion of the ethical implications of working with this population, the best practices indicated by research up to the present, and the gaps in care that currently face Indigenous clients seeking addiction care. Findings consistently point to the need for more opportunities for Indigenous peoples to develop and provide care within their communities autonomously, with governments and other stakeholders taking a supportive allyship role. Recommendations are offered for current and future counsellors working with this population to best serve these clients through culturally- competent care and collaboration.
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Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United States
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