Abstract

Psychiatric Consultation in the Eastern Canadian Arctic: III. Mental Health Issues in Inuit Women in the Eastern Arctic

Abbey S E~~Hood E~~et al

Year: 1993 Source: Canadian Journal of Psychiatry, v.38, no.1, (February 1993), p.32-35 SIEC No: 19930211

Report describes mental health issues affecting Inuit women seen in psychiatric consultation. Recent public & governmental attention has focused on the emotional & behavioural sequelae of rapid cultural change, spousal assault, & sexual violence. The need for innovative, community-based treatment strategies in this population is emphasized.