MSPI Funding Consultation
Authors: National Council of Urban Indian Health,
Publication Year: 2015
Last Updated: 2016-06-27 16:03:32
Journal: American Indian Culture and Research Journal
Keywords: MSPI, AI/AN, UIHP, Clinical Reporting System, Indian Health Institute
Short Abstract:
The Methamphetamine and Suicide Prevention Initiative is critical for American Indian and Alaska Natives due to substantially alarming rates of suicide and methamphetamine abuse in Indian Country. Since, September 2009, the MSPI efforts to serve American Indian and Alaska Native communities successfully contributed to over 9,400 individuals entering treatment for methamphetamine abuse. Additionally, over 12,000 substance abuse and mental health encounters were conducted via tele-health. Furthermore, desperate calls for individuals trained in suicide crisis response were answered with 13,150 professionals and community members undergoing such trainings. Lastly, more than 528,000 encounters with youth were provided as part of evidence-based and practice-based prevention activities.
Abstract:
The Methamphetamine and Suicide Prevention Initiative is critical for American Indian and Alaska Natives due to substantially alarming rates of suicide and methamphetamine abuse in Indian Country. Since, September 2009, the MSPI efforts to serve American Indian and Alaska Native communities successfully contributed to over 9,400 individuals entering treatment for methamphetamine abuse. Additionally, over 12,000 substance abuse and mental health encounters were conducted via tele-health. Furthermore, desperate calls for individuals trained in suicide crisis response were answered with 13,150 professionals and community members undergoing such trainings. Lastly, more than 528,000 encounters with youth were provided as part of evidence-based and practice-based prevention activities.
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