Suicide and Alcohol in a Gwich'in Dene Society

Regions: Gwich'in Settlement Area

Tags: social sciences, wellness, mental health, aboriginal community, alcohol

Principal Investigator: Hunnisett, Stan (2)
Licence Number: 11030
Organization: Department of Anthropology, University of Iowa
Licensed Year(s): 1991 1990
Issued: Jan 01, 1991
Project Team: James Andre; Dr. J.A. Ward

Objective(s): To continue to investigate causes of Fort McPherson's high suicide rate and the role which alcohol may play;

Project Description: The Researcher will continue to pursue an understanding of the high suidide rate in Fort McPherson. This work is conducted in co-operation with the Peel River Alcohol Society and the Fort McPherson Concerned Citizens Committee.