How Native American and Indigenous People Experience IDD/A
How Native American and Indigenous People Experience IDD/A
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The intersection of developmental disabilities and Native American populations presents a complex and multifaceted issue that requires careful consideration of historical, cultural, and systemic factors. While there is limited specific literature focused solely on developmental disabilities within Native American communities, NOIRE examinses the the existing research and anecdotal evidence and uncovers several trends…
In the States
In the States
Trends around the Nation
Alaska
In the 2018-2019 school year it was determined that 27.89% of Alaskan Native Children had a diagnosed developmental disability while only 5.5% were being served under the IDEA.
New Mexico
Over 11 States passed laws during the 2021 legislative sessions authorizing supported decision-making. Legislators in New Mexico have established a task force to explore creating statutory language creating supported decision making and adding changes to the guardianship stature to integrate supportive decision making…
Colorado
Colorado conducts an analysis of equity representation and utilization in its Home and Community-Based Services finding that American Indians have lower enrollment rates and those who are enrolled use fewer services. The dynamics impacting lower utilization and enrollment rates can be attributed to…
California
NOIRE examines the 2020 report released by the California Tribal Families coalition. The report highlights the challenges experienced by California’s Health and Human Services department in providing outreach, training, and early detection and information to California tribal communities…
Arizona
Arizona has been recognized by the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services as the best state disability system in the nation for the past three years. NOIRE evaluates how the DDD system is experienced by the tribal communities of the Grand Canyon state.
Minnesota
The Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition is the only national organization to advocate on behalf of Native people impacted by US Indian Boarding School policies. NOIRE looks at the origins of the organization and discusses its successes can serve as a model for other states.
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Historical Perspectives
Historical Perspectives
Historical Trauma and Intergenerational Effects
Historical Trauma and Intergenerational Effects
Documented historical traumas may contribute to increased rates of developmental disabilities within Native American populations due to factors such as stress, substance abuse, and lack of access to healthcare.
Barriers to Diagnosis and Access to Services
Barriers to Diagnosis and Access to Services
Challenges such as geographic isolation, limited healthcare infrastructure, cultural and linguistic barriers, and distrust of mainstream healthcare systems can impede timely identification and intervention for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Cultural and Linguistic Consideration
Cultural and Linguistic Consideration
Cultural and linguistic diversity among Native American tribes can influence perceptions of disability, help-seeking behaviors, and approaches to intervention.
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