Self Destructive Behaviors in American Indian and Alaska Native High School Youth.

Frank, Michael L.; Lester, David

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ERIC Number: EJ656361

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Publication Date: 2002

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Self Destructive Behaviors in American Indian and Alaska Native High School Youth.

Frank, Michael L.; Lester, David

American Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health Research, v10 n3 p24-32 2002

Analysis of responses of 10,251 high school students surveyed in the 1997 National School-Based Youth Risk Survey indicated that American Indian males more frequently carried weapons, attempted suicide, and used drugs than did White or Black youths. American Indian females more frequently attempted suicide and used cocaine than did White or Black youths. (TD)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Alaska Natives, American Indians, Black Students, Drug Abuse, High School Students, Racial Differences, Self Destructive Behavior, Sex Differences, Sexuality, Student Surveys, Suicide, Weapons, White Students

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Assessments and Surveys: Youth Risk Behavior Survey

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