The feasibility and applicability of the Australian (WASC-Y) model of suicide prevention/intervention for use in Nunavut

They include the results of a long-term study on conversations with Nunavummiut in Igloolik about the feasibility of conducting what is referred to as a “psychological autopsy” interview of Nunavummiut, a comparative analysis of suicide response plans, an examination of information presently available to frontline workers, and perceptions of the usefulness of this information. [...] It is important to acknowledge the complexity and the many causes of youth suicide while attempting to isolate the factors that may explain the increasing rate of suicide in Nunavut communities. [...] The documents asserted that the more a culture is respected, restored, and honoured, the greater the chances of casting aside negative aspects of the cultural overlay of trauma. [...] Purpose of the Westerman Study The purpose of Westerman’s (2002) research was to improve the conceptual understanding of indigenous mental health and identify a framework for the enhancement of research and clinical practice. [...] The focus of her research has been the application of consistent processes across the culture of the youth rather than specific mental health interventions.