Development of a Cultural Connectedness Scale for First Nations youth.

2015 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 249-259 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela Snowshoe ◽  
Claire V. Crooks ◽  
Paul F. Tremblay ◽  
Wendy M. Craig ◽  
Riley E. Hinson
Keyword(s):  
First Nations ◽  
Cultural Connectedness

Cultural connectedness as a determinant of physical activity among Indigenous adults in Saskatchewan

2020 ◽  
Vol 45 (9) ◽  
pp. 937-947 ◽  
Author(s):  
Avery Ironside ◽  
Leah J. Ferguson ◽  
Tarun R. Katapally ◽  
Heather J.A. Foulds
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
First Nations ◽  
Indigenous Peoples ◽  
Protective Factor ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Indigenous Identity ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Cultural Connectedness ◽  
Activity Groups

Cultural connectedness has been associated with increased self-esteem and mental health among Indigenous Peoples. Physical activity is an important contributor to health, although the importance of culture as a determinant of physical activity for Indigenous Peoples in Canada is unclear. The purpose of this study is to evaluate differences in cultural connectedness between Indigenous adults in Canada achieving high and low physical activity levels. Questionnaires evaluated cultural connectedness and physical activity. Indigenous adults were classified into high and low physical activity groups at the specific group mean and as meeting or not meeting musculoskeletal activity guidelines of twice per week. First Nations and specifically Cree/Nehiyaw First Nations adults who were more physically active reported greater identity, spirituality, traditions, exploration, commitment, affirmation/belonging, and overall cultural connectedness. Cultural connectedness elements of commitment, exploration, identity, affirmation/belonging, traditions, spirituality, and overall cultural connectedness were not different between high and low physical activity Métis adults. Musculoskeletal activity was not associated with any elements of cultural connectedness among any Indigenous identity. Cultural connectedness is a protective factor for physical activity among First Nations and Cree/Nehiyaw First Nations adults, but not among Métis adults in Canada. Novelty Musculoskeletal activity was not associated with cultural connectedness. Cultural connectedness is a protective factor of physical activity for First Nations adults. Moving away from one’s home community was associated with lower cultural connectedness for Indigenous Peoples.

Cultural Connectedness and Its Relation to Mental Wellness for First Nations Youth

2016 ◽  
Vol 38 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 67-86 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela Snowshoe ◽  
Claire V. Crooks ◽  
Paul. F. Tremblay ◽  
Riley E. Hinson
Keyword(s):  
First Nations ◽  
Cultural Connectedness ◽  
Mental Wellness

scholarly journals An Indigenous food sovereignty initiative is positively associated with well-being and cultural connectedness in a survey of Syilx Okanagan adults in British Columbia, Canada

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rosanne Blanchet ◽  
Malek Batal ◽  
Louise Johnson-Down ◽  
Suzanne Johnson ◽  
Colette Louie ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Health ◽  
First Nations ◽  
Sockeye Salmon ◽  
Cultural Practices ◽  
Food Sovereignty ◽  
Indigenous Health ◽  
River System ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cultural Connectedness ◽  
Salmon Population

Abstract Background For the Syilx Okanagan Nation in Canada, salmon has vital nutritional, cultural, and spiritual significance. Yet, the Okanagan Sockeye salmon population came to near extinction, resulting in a drastic decline in salmon consumption from high historical levels. Thus, restoring and protecting salmon is crucial to Syilx well-being and way of life. A Syilx-led food sovereignty initiative re-established the Okanagan Sockeye salmon population, which has resulted in a rise in fish harvesting. The aim of this study was to assess whether engaging with this initiative was associated with health, well-being, and cultural connectedness (i.e., degree to which one is integrated in their culture) among Syilx adults. Eating Okanagan Sockeye salmon was conceptualized as a proxy for engaging with this Indigenous food sovereignty initiative. Methods 265 Syilx adults completed a survey including a traditional food frequency questionnaire and questions on health status (e.g., BMI, self-assessed physical health), well-being (e.g., life satisfaction, stress levels), and cultural connectedness (e.g., sense of belonging, importance of cultural practices). Participants were divided into 3 groups based on their wild salmon eating during the year prior to the survey: (1) adults who ate Okanagan Sockeye salmon, (2) adults who ate salmon but did not usually know the species of the salmon they ate, or who solely ate salmon that were not Okanagan Sockeye; and (3) adults who did not eat any salmon. Results A statistically significant gradient was observed for enhanced well-being and cultural connectedness, with individuals in group 1 having better indicators than those in group 2, and adults in groups 1 and 2 having better indicators than adults in group 3. No differences were observed in physical health outcomes between the three groups. Conclusion Findings suggest that the initiative to re-establish Okanagan Sockeye salmon in the Okanagan River system may have led to better well-being and cultural connectedness among Syilx adults. This study highlights the importance of Indigenous food sovereignty as a way to enhance well-being and cultural connectedness among First Nations in Canada. Findings also reinforce the importance of assessing health and well-being in a wholistic way in Indigenous health research.

Trauma Histories, Impact of Residential Schools, and the Mental Health among Manitoba First Nations Adults living On On-Reserve

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brenda Elias ◽  
Amanda Woods ◽  
Madelyn Hall ◽  
Say Hong ◽  
Javier Mignone ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
First Nations ◽  
Residential Schools ◽  
Trauma Histories

First Nations Veterans Health

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joseph B. Stone
Keyword(s):  
First Nations ◽  
Veterans Health

Getting evaluation findings from First Nations/Tribal research to guide Head Start's future

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer H. Chalmers ◽  
Liz Cayen
Keyword(s):  
First Nations

Relationship Between Spiritual Well-Being and the Perception of Life Events in First Nations

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacob A. Burack ◽  
Gillian H. Klassen ◽  
Adrienne Blacklock ◽  
Johanna Querengesser ◽  
Alexandra D'Arrisso ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
First Nations ◽  
Life Events ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Spiritual Well Being
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