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You Won't Believe the Impact of Culture on Indigenous Youth Mental Health!

You Won\'t Believe the Impact of Culture on Indigenous Youth Mental Health!

The Transformative Power of Culture on Indigenous Youth Mental Health

In a world increasingly driven by data and evidence-based practices, understanding the impact of culture on mental health, particularly among Indigenous youth, is crucial. A recent study titled "Evaluation of a longitudinal digital citizen science initiative to understand the impact of culture on Indigenous youth mental health: Findings from a quasi-experimental qualitative study" sheds light on this important topic.

Key Findings from the Study

This study, part of the Smart Indigenous Youth (SIY) initiative, explored the impact of culturally-responsive, land-based active living programs on the mental health of Indigenous youth in Saskatchewan, Canada. The findings are both enlightening and actionable for practitioners looking to improve outcomes for Indigenous youth.

Why Culture Matters

The research highlights several key themes:

Implementing the Findings

For practitioners, these findings underscore the importance of integrating culturally-responsive programs into mental health interventions. Here are some actionable steps:

Encouraging Further Research

While this study provides valuable insights, it also opens the door for further research. Practitioners are encouraged to explore the long-term impacts of culturally-responsive interventions and to develop innovative approaches that incorporate digital tools for real-time engagement.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Evaluation of a longitudinal digital citizen science initiative to understand the impact of culture on Indigenous youth mental health: Findings from a quasi-experimental qualitative study.


Citation: Walker, S., Kannan, P., Bhawra, J., & Katapally, T. R. (2023). Evaluation of a longitudinal digital citizen science initiative to understand the impact of culture on Indigenous youth mental health: Findings from a quasi-experimental qualitative study. PLoS ONE, 18(12), e0294234. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0294234
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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