Indian Stress and Violence: A Psycho-Cultural Perspective.

French, Laurence; Hornbuckle, Jim

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ERIC Number: EJ223044

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Publication Date: 1979

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Indian Stress and Violence: A Psycho-Cultural Perspective.

French, Laurence; Hornbuckle, Jim

Journal of Alcohol and Drug Education, v25 n1 p36-43 Fall 1979

Discusses high rate of violence and health problems within Cherokee culture. Alcohol plays a major role in Indian health and social problems. As a response to prevalence of alcohol-related problems, a cultural therapy program was developed. Reinforcement of cultural pride was a primary step in solving problems. (CC)

Descriptors: American Indian Culture, American Indians, Cultural Traits, Drinking, Health, Mental Health Programs, Social Problems, Stress Variables, Violence

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Reports - Descriptive

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