An Exploratory Study of Binge Drinking in the Aboriginal Population

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      American Indian and Alaska Native Programs. University of Colorado Health Services Center, P.O. Box 6508, Mail Stop F800, Aurora, CO 80045-0508. Tel: 303-724-1414; Fax: 303-724-1474; Web site: http://www2.uchsc.edu/ai/ncaianmhr/journal_home.asp.
    • Peer Reviewed:
      Y
    • Source:
      13
    • Subject Terms:
      Indigenous Populations; Case Studies; Interviews; Females; At Risk Persons; Alcohol Abuse; Child Abuse; Factor Analysis; Alcoholism; Foreign Countries; Community Surveys; Etiology; Data Analysis; Social Support Groups; Canada Natives; Cultural Influences
    • Subject Terms:
      Canada
    • ISSN:
      1533-7731
    • Abstract:
      There is little research available on binge drinking among the Aboriginal population. Between March and June 2004, 15 Aboriginal persons participated in a semi-structured interview related to their binge drinking behaviors. The majority of participants were women and described a family history of alcoholism and childhood abuse. Factors that contributed to a reduction in binge drinking were often related to an acute event combined with gradual life changes. Supporting influences to remain sober included positive social support networks, role models, personal development, and cultural/spiritual practices. (Contains 1 footnote.)
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      Author
    • Number of References:
      21
    • Publication Date:
      2006
    • Accession Number:
      EJ742929