SYNOPSIS

Indigenous people experience disparate rates of mental health and addiction difficulties when compared to non-Indigenous people. In this session, we will discuss a program of research designed in partnership with First Nations to further understand adverse childhood experiences, developmental outcomes, and how culture-based approaches can support healing.

At the end of this session, participants will:

1. Identify the importance of understanding unique contexts and issues experienced by individuals in Indigenous communities;
2. Advance meaningful and relevant conversations to improve mental health in Indigenous communities;
3. Acknowledge the needs of Indigenous, rural and northern communities in a culturally- and contextually-appropriate manner.