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Healthy Living in Two Worlds: Testing a Wellness Curriculum for Urban Native Youth
Hilary N Weaver1, Kelly F Jackson
1School of Social Work, University at Buffalo (SUNY), 624 Baldy Hall, Buffalo, NY 14260, USA.
Child & Adolescent Social Work Journal : C & A
|June 29, 2010
Summary
The Healthy Living in Two Worlds project improved physical activity and healthy eating in Native American youth. The program also aimed to reduce recreational tobacco use among participants.
Area of Science:
- Indigenous Health
- Youth Wellness
- Preventive Health
Background:
- Urban Native American youth face unique health challenges.
- Recreational tobacco use and unhealthy eating are prevalent issues.
- There is a need for culturally relevant wellness programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and evaluate a wellness curriculum for urban Native American youth.
- To increase physical activity and healthy eating practices.
- To decrease or prevent recreational tobacco use.
Main Methods:
- A wellness curriculum was developed for the "Healthy Living in Two Worlds" project.
- The program was delivered in a summer day camp format.
- 16 Native American youth aged 9-13 participated.
Main Results:
- Participants showed increased physical activity post-program.
- Youth expressed intentions to resist recreational tobacco use.
- Improvements in healthy eating practices were observed.
Conclusions:
- The "Healthy Living in Two Worlds" curriculum shows promise in promoting wellness among Native American youth.
- Culturally tailored interventions can positively impact youth health behaviors.
- Further research is warranted to explore long-term effects.
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