Authors: Troy Johnson & Holly Tomren

Publication Year: 1999

Last Updated: 2015-10-13

Journal: American Indian Culture and Research Journal

Keywords: suicide, risk factors, youth, psychology, Native American youth, suicide prevention

Abstract:

Part of a special issue on disease, health, and survival among American peoples. The writers provide a detailed examination of suicide, suicide stereotyping, and suicide prevention among Native Americans, in particular young men. They find that among American Indian youths aged between 15 and 24, suicide is the second most frequent cause of death in America. After analyzing suicide among American Indian youths, they offer recommendations for families, health care providers, human services professionals, and others interested in stemming the tide of youth suicides. Among these recommendations is the use of a team approach to beat suicide, involving volunteers from among tribal leaders, teachers, parents, and spiritual leaders.

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