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Eaves, Emery R; Camplain, Ricky L; Lininger, Monica R; Trotter, Robert T Adverse childhood experiences in relation to drug and alcohol use in 30 days prior to incarceration in a county jail Journal Article International Journal of Prisoner Health, 2020, ISBN: 10.1108/IJPH-06-2020-0038. @article{Eaves2020b, title = {Adverse childhood experiences in relation to drug and alcohol use in 30 days prior to incarceration in a county jail}, author = {Emery R. Eaves and Ricky L. Camplain and Monica R. Lininger and Robert T. Trotter}, url = {https://doi.org/10.1108/IJPH-06-2020-0038}, doi = {10.1108/IJPH-06-2020-0038}, isbn = {10.1108/IJPH-06-2020-0038}, year = {2020}, date = {2020-11-16}, journal = {International Journal of Prisoner Health}, abstract = {Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to characterize the relationship between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and substance use among people incarcerated in a county jail. Design/methodology/approach: A questionnaire was administered to 199 individuals incarcerated in a Southwest county jail as part of a social-epidemiological exploration of converging comorbidities in incarcerated populations. Among 96 participants with complete ACEs data, the authors determined associations between individual ACEs items and a summative score with methamphetamine (meth), heroin, other opiates and cocaine use and binge drinking in the 30 days prior to incarceration using logistic regression. Findings: People who self-reported use of methamphetamine, heroin, other opiates or cocaine in the 30 days prior to incarceration had higher average ACEs scores. Methamphetamine use was significantly associated with living with anyone who served time in a correctional facility and with someone trying to make them touch sexually. Opiate use was significantly associated with living with anyone who was depressed, mentally ill or suicidal; living with anyone who used illegal street drugs or misused prescription medications; and if an adult touched them sexually. Binge drinking was significantly associated with having lived with someone who was a problem drinker or alcoholic. Social implications: The findings point to a need for research to understand differences between methamphetamine use and opiate use in relation to particular adverse experiences during childhood and a need for tailored intervention for people incarcerated in jail. Originality/value: Significant associations between methamphetamine use and opiate use and specific ACEs suggest important entry points for improving jail and community programming.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to characterize the relationship between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and substance use among people incarcerated in a county jail. Design/methodology/approach: A questionnaire was administered to 199 individuals incarcerated in a Southwest county jail as part of a social-epidemiological exploration of converging comorbidities in incarcerated populations. Among 96 participants with complete ACEs data, the authors determined associations between individual ACEs items and a summative score with methamphetamine (meth), heroin, other opiates and cocaine use and binge drinking in the 30 days prior to incarceration using logistic regression. Findings: People who self-reported use of methamphetamine, heroin, other opiates or cocaine in the 30 days prior to incarceration had higher average ACEs scores. Methamphetamine use was significantly associated with living with anyone who served time in a correctional facility and with someone trying to make them touch sexually. Opiate use was significantly associated with living with anyone who was depressed, mentally ill or suicidal; living with anyone who used illegal street drugs or misused prescription medications; and if an adult touched them sexually. Binge drinking was significantly associated with having lived with someone who was a problem drinker or alcoholic. Social implications: The findings point to a need for research to understand differences between methamphetamine use and opiate use in relation to particular adverse experiences during childhood and a need for tailored intervention for people incarcerated in jail. Originality/value: Significant associations between methamphetamine use and opiate use and specific ACEs suggest important entry points for improving jail and community programming. |
Wilson, Jamie; Sabo, Samantha; Chief, Carmenlita; Clark, Hershel; Yazzie, Alfred; Nahee, Jacqueline; Leischow, Scott; Henderson, Patricia Nez DINÉ (NAVAJO) HEALER PERSPECTIVES ON COMMERCIAL TOBACCO USE IN CEREMONIAL SETTINGS: AN ORAL STORY PROJECT TO PROMOTE SMOKE-FREE LIFE Journal Article American Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health Research, 26 (1), pp. 63-78, 2019. @article{Wilson2019, title = {DINÉ (NAVAJO) HEALER PERSPECTIVES ON COMMERCIAL TOBACCO USE IN CEREMONIAL SETTINGS: AN ORAL STORY PROJECT TO PROMOTE SMOKE-FREE LIFE}, author = {Jamie Wilson and Samantha Sabo and Carmenlita Chief and Hershel Clark and Alfred Yazzie and Jacqueline Nahee and Scott Leischow and Patricia Nez Henderson}, url = {http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/PublicHealth/research/centers/CAIANH/journal/Documents/Volume-26/26_1_2019_63_wilson.pdf}, year = {2019}, date = {2019-01-01}, journal = {American Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health Research}, volume = {26}, number = {1}, pages = {63-78}, abstract = {Many American Indian (AI) healers are faced with a dilemma of how to maintain the ceremonial uses of traditional tobacco meant to encourage the restoration and balance of mind, body, and spirit, while discouraging commercial tobacco use and protecting against secondhand smoke exposure in ceremonial settings. To explore this dilemma and offer culturally informed solutions, researchers conducted qualitative interviews with Navajo healers who describe the history and role of commercial tobacco within ceremonial contexts. Healers understand the importance of their role on their community’s health and expressed deep concern about the use of commercial tobacco in the ceremonial setting. Healers play an important role in curbing the use of commercial tobacco and limiting the exposure to secondhand smoke in ceremonial settings and beyond. Study implications include the importance of understanding traditional and cultural knowledge and its potential as a pathway to solve contemporary public health issues facing AI communities.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Many American Indian (AI) healers are faced with a dilemma of how to maintain the ceremonial uses of traditional tobacco meant to encourage the restoration and balance of mind, body, and spirit, while discouraging commercial tobacco use and protecting against secondhand smoke exposure in ceremonial settings. To explore this dilemma and offer culturally informed solutions, researchers conducted qualitative interviews with Navajo healers who describe the history and role of commercial tobacco within ceremonial contexts. Healers understand the importance of their role on their community’s health and expressed deep concern about the use of commercial tobacco in the ceremonial setting. Healers play an important role in curbing the use of commercial tobacco and limiting the exposure to secondhand smoke in ceremonial settings and beyond. Study implications include the importance of understanding traditional and cultural knowledge and its potential as a pathway to solve contemporary public health issues facing AI communities. |
Brown, Betty G; Baldwin, Julie A; Walsh, Margaret L Health disparities among under-served populations: Implications for research, policy and praxis, pp. 3-47, Emerald Group Publishing Limited, 2012. @inbook{Brown2012, title = {Putting Tribal Nations First: Historical Trends, Current Needs, and Future Directions in Substance Use Prevention for American Indian and Alaska Native Youths}, author = {Betty G Brown and Julie A Baldwin and Margaret L Walsh}, url = {http://www.emeraldinsight.com/doi/pdfplus/10.1108/S1479-358X%282012%290000009006}, doi = {10.1108/S1479-358X(2012)0000009006}, year = {2012}, date = {2012-01-01}, booktitle = {Health disparities among under-served populations: Implications for research, policy and praxis}, journal = {Advances in Education in Diverse Communities: Research, Policy and Praxis}, pages = {3-47}, publisher = {Emerald Group Publishing Limited}, abstract = {Purpose – The purpose of this chapter is to provide a comprehensive overview of the substance use disparities among American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) youth, the contributing factors to these disparities, proven and promising approaches through strengths-based methods, barriers to implementation of prevention and treatment efforts, and future recommendations for effective programs and research. Approach – We have conducted a thorough literature review of relevant research studies, as well as a review of government, tribal, and community-based curricula and resources. This review of programs is not exhaustive but provides several examples of best practices in the field and suggestions for future directions. Social implications – We strongly advocate that to accurately explore the true etiology of substance abuse and to respond to the concerns that AI/AN have prioritized, it is necessary to utilize a strengths-based approach and draw upon traditional AI/AN perspectives and values, and active community participation in the process. More specifically, prevention and treatment programs should use methods that incorporate elders or intergenerational approaches; foster individual and family skills-building; promote traditional healing methods to recognize and treat historical, cultural, and intergenerational and personal trauma; focus on early intervention; and tailor efforts to each Native nation or community. Value – Ultimately, to reduce substance abuse disparities in AI/AN youth, we must find better ways to merge traditional Native practices with western behavioral health to ensure cultural competency, as well as to develop mechanisms to effect system- and policy-level changes that reduce barriers to care and promote the well-being of AI/AN youth, families, and communities.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {inbook} } Purpose – The purpose of this chapter is to provide a comprehensive overview of the substance use disparities among American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) youth, the contributing factors to these disparities, proven and promising approaches through strengths-based methods, barriers to implementation of prevention and treatment efforts, and future recommendations for effective programs and research. Approach – We have conducted a thorough literature review of relevant research studies, as well as a review of government, tribal, and community-based curricula and resources. This review of programs is not exhaustive but provides several examples of best practices in the field and suggestions for future directions. Social implications – We strongly advocate that to accurately explore the true etiology of substance abuse and to respond to the concerns that AI/AN have prioritized, it is necessary to utilize a strengths-based approach and draw upon traditional AI/AN perspectives and values, and active community participation in the process. More specifically, prevention and treatment programs should use methods that incorporate elders or intergenerational approaches; foster individual and family skills-building; promote traditional healing methods to recognize and treat historical, cultural, and intergenerational and personal trauma; focus on early intervention; and tailor efforts to each Native nation or community. Value – Ultimately, to reduce substance abuse disparities in AI/AN youth, we must find better ways to merge traditional Native practices with western behavioral health to ensure cultural competency, as well as to develop mechanisms to effect system- and policy-level changes that reduce barriers to care and promote the well-being of AI/AN youth, families, and communities. |
2020 |
Eaves, Emery R; Camplain, Ricky L; Lininger, Monica R; Trotter, Robert T Adverse childhood experiences in relation to drug and alcohol use in 30 days prior to incarceration in a county jail Journal Article International Journal of Prisoner Health, 2020, ISBN: 10.1108/IJPH-06-2020-0038. @article{Eaves2020b, title = {Adverse childhood experiences in relation to drug and alcohol use in 30 days prior to incarceration in a county jail}, author = {Emery R. Eaves and Ricky L. Camplain and Monica R. Lininger and Robert T. Trotter}, url = {https://doi.org/10.1108/IJPH-06-2020-0038}, doi = {10.1108/IJPH-06-2020-0038}, isbn = {10.1108/IJPH-06-2020-0038}, year = {2020}, date = {2020-11-16}, journal = {International Journal of Prisoner Health}, abstract = {Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to characterize the relationship between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and substance use among people incarcerated in a county jail. Design/methodology/approach: A questionnaire was administered to 199 individuals incarcerated in a Southwest county jail as part of a social-epidemiological exploration of converging comorbidities in incarcerated populations. Among 96 participants with complete ACEs data, the authors determined associations between individual ACEs items and a summative score with methamphetamine (meth), heroin, other opiates and cocaine use and binge drinking in the 30 days prior to incarceration using logistic regression. Findings: People who self-reported use of methamphetamine, heroin, other opiates or cocaine in the 30 days prior to incarceration had higher average ACEs scores. Methamphetamine use was significantly associated with living with anyone who served time in a correctional facility and with someone trying to make them touch sexually. Opiate use was significantly associated with living with anyone who was depressed, mentally ill or suicidal; living with anyone who used illegal street drugs or misused prescription medications; and if an adult touched them sexually. Binge drinking was significantly associated with having lived with someone who was a problem drinker or alcoholic. Social implications: The findings point to a need for research to understand differences between methamphetamine use and opiate use in relation to particular adverse experiences during childhood and a need for tailored intervention for people incarcerated in jail. Originality/value: Significant associations between methamphetamine use and opiate use and specific ACEs suggest important entry points for improving jail and community programming.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to characterize the relationship between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and substance use among people incarcerated in a county jail. Design/methodology/approach: A questionnaire was administered to 199 individuals incarcerated in a Southwest county jail as part of a social-epidemiological exploration of converging comorbidities in incarcerated populations. Among 96 participants with complete ACEs data, the authors determined associations between individual ACEs items and a summative score with methamphetamine (meth), heroin, other opiates and cocaine use and binge drinking in the 30 days prior to incarceration using logistic regression. Findings: People who self-reported use of methamphetamine, heroin, other opiates or cocaine in the 30 days prior to incarceration had higher average ACEs scores. Methamphetamine use was significantly associated with living with anyone who served time in a correctional facility and with someone trying to make them touch sexually. Opiate use was significantly associated with living with anyone who was depressed, mentally ill or suicidal; living with anyone who used illegal street drugs or misused prescription medications; and if an adult touched them sexually. Binge drinking was significantly associated with having lived with someone who was a problem drinker or alcoholic. Social implications: The findings point to a need for research to understand differences between methamphetamine use and opiate use in relation to particular adverse experiences during childhood and a need for tailored intervention for people incarcerated in jail. Originality/value: Significant associations between methamphetamine use and opiate use and specific ACEs suggest important entry points for improving jail and community programming. |
2019 |
Wilson, Jamie; Sabo, Samantha; Chief, Carmenlita; Clark, Hershel; Yazzie, Alfred; Nahee, Jacqueline; Leischow, Scott; Henderson, Patricia Nez DINÉ (NAVAJO) HEALER PERSPECTIVES ON COMMERCIAL TOBACCO USE IN CEREMONIAL SETTINGS: AN ORAL STORY PROJECT TO PROMOTE SMOKE-FREE LIFE Journal Article American Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health Research, 26 (1), pp. 63-78, 2019. @article{Wilson2019, title = {DINÉ (NAVAJO) HEALER PERSPECTIVES ON COMMERCIAL TOBACCO USE IN CEREMONIAL SETTINGS: AN ORAL STORY PROJECT TO PROMOTE SMOKE-FREE LIFE}, author = {Jamie Wilson and Samantha Sabo and Carmenlita Chief and Hershel Clark and Alfred Yazzie and Jacqueline Nahee and Scott Leischow and Patricia Nez Henderson}, url = {http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/PublicHealth/research/centers/CAIANH/journal/Documents/Volume-26/26_1_2019_63_wilson.pdf}, year = {2019}, date = {2019-01-01}, journal = {American Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health Research}, volume = {26}, number = {1}, pages = {63-78}, abstract = {Many American Indian (AI) healers are faced with a dilemma of how to maintain the ceremonial uses of traditional tobacco meant to encourage the restoration and balance of mind, body, and spirit, while discouraging commercial tobacco use and protecting against secondhand smoke exposure in ceremonial settings. To explore this dilemma and offer culturally informed solutions, researchers conducted qualitative interviews with Navajo healers who describe the history and role of commercial tobacco within ceremonial contexts. Healers understand the importance of their role on their community’s health and expressed deep concern about the use of commercial tobacco in the ceremonial setting. Healers play an important role in curbing the use of commercial tobacco and limiting the exposure to secondhand smoke in ceremonial settings and beyond. Study implications include the importance of understanding traditional and cultural knowledge and its potential as a pathway to solve contemporary public health issues facing AI communities.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Many American Indian (AI) healers are faced with a dilemma of how to maintain the ceremonial uses of traditional tobacco meant to encourage the restoration and balance of mind, body, and spirit, while discouraging commercial tobacco use and protecting against secondhand smoke exposure in ceremonial settings. To explore this dilemma and offer culturally informed solutions, researchers conducted qualitative interviews with Navajo healers who describe the history and role of commercial tobacco within ceremonial contexts. Healers understand the importance of their role on their community’s health and expressed deep concern about the use of commercial tobacco in the ceremonial setting. Healers play an important role in curbing the use of commercial tobacco and limiting the exposure to secondhand smoke in ceremonial settings and beyond. Study implications include the importance of understanding traditional and cultural knowledge and its potential as a pathway to solve contemporary public health issues facing AI communities. |
2012 |
Brown, Betty G; Baldwin, Julie A; Walsh, Margaret L Health disparities among under-served populations: Implications for research, policy and praxis, pp. 3-47, Emerald Group Publishing Limited, 2012. @inbook{Brown2012, title = {Putting Tribal Nations First: Historical Trends, Current Needs, and Future Directions in Substance Use Prevention for American Indian and Alaska Native Youths}, author = {Betty G Brown and Julie A Baldwin and Margaret L Walsh}, url = {http://www.emeraldinsight.com/doi/pdfplus/10.1108/S1479-358X%282012%290000009006}, doi = {10.1108/S1479-358X(2012)0000009006}, year = {2012}, date = {2012-01-01}, booktitle = {Health disparities among under-served populations: Implications for research, policy and praxis}, journal = {Advances in Education in Diverse Communities: Research, Policy and Praxis}, pages = {3-47}, publisher = {Emerald Group Publishing Limited}, abstract = {Purpose – The purpose of this chapter is to provide a comprehensive overview of the substance use disparities among American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) youth, the contributing factors to these disparities, proven and promising approaches through strengths-based methods, barriers to implementation of prevention and treatment efforts, and future recommendations for effective programs and research. Approach – We have conducted a thorough literature review of relevant research studies, as well as a review of government, tribal, and community-based curricula and resources. This review of programs is not exhaustive but provides several examples of best practices in the field and suggestions for future directions. Social implications – We strongly advocate that to accurately explore the true etiology of substance abuse and to respond to the concerns that AI/AN have prioritized, it is necessary to utilize a strengths-based approach and draw upon traditional AI/AN perspectives and values, and active community participation in the process. More specifically, prevention and treatment programs should use methods that incorporate elders or intergenerational approaches; foster individual and family skills-building; promote traditional healing methods to recognize and treat historical, cultural, and intergenerational and personal trauma; focus on early intervention; and tailor efforts to each Native nation or community. Value – Ultimately, to reduce substance abuse disparities in AI/AN youth, we must find better ways to merge traditional Native practices with western behavioral health to ensure cultural competency, as well as to develop mechanisms to effect system- and policy-level changes that reduce barriers to care and promote the well-being of AI/AN youth, families, and communities.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {inbook} } Purpose – The purpose of this chapter is to provide a comprehensive overview of the substance use disparities among American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) youth, the contributing factors to these disparities, proven and promising approaches through strengths-based methods, barriers to implementation of prevention and treatment efforts, and future recommendations for effective programs and research. Approach – We have conducted a thorough literature review of relevant research studies, as well as a review of government, tribal, and community-based curricula and resources. This review of programs is not exhaustive but provides several examples of best practices in the field and suggestions for future directions. Social implications – We strongly advocate that to accurately explore the true etiology of substance abuse and to respond to the concerns that AI/AN have prioritized, it is necessary to utilize a strengths-based approach and draw upon traditional AI/AN perspectives and values, and active community participation in the process. More specifically, prevention and treatment programs should use methods that incorporate elders or intergenerational approaches; foster individual and family skills-building; promote traditional healing methods to recognize and treat historical, cultural, and intergenerational and personal trauma; focus on early intervention; and tailor efforts to each Native nation or community. Value – Ultimately, to reduce substance abuse disparities in AI/AN youth, we must find better ways to merge traditional Native practices with western behavioral health to ensure cultural competency, as well as to develop mechanisms to effect system- and policy-level changes that reduce barriers to care and promote the well-being of AI/AN youth, families, and communities. |