Increasing Uptake Of Evidence-based Management Of Unhealthy Alcohol Use In Aboriginal Primary Health Care Services
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,252,322.00
Summary
Because of ongoing trauma, stress and disadvantage, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (Indigenous) Australians face a greater risk of unhealthy drinking patterns and related harms than other Australians. Yet there is a shortage of specialist alcohol treatment services. This study examines an approach to supporting primary care services which target Indigenous Australians to identify and implement the best possible standard of diagnosis and treatment for unhealthy alcohol use.
The Feasibility And Effectiveness Of A Family-based Intervention For Indigenous Australians With Alcohol Dependence.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$218,291.00
Summary
This study aims to determine the feasibility of implementing a family-based intervention in an Indigenous community-controlled health service in rural NSW and it's level of acceptability to Indigenous patients. The expected main benefits of implementing the family-based intervention are increases in the percentage of Indigenous individuals with alcohol dependence entering and engaging in evidence-based treatment.
Evaluation Of Alcohol Management Plans (AMPs), Cape York, North Queensland
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$626,395.00
Summary
The study will describe long-term impacts on important health and social outcomes of restricting alcohol in Cape York, Queensland. It will assess the impacts and cost-effectiveness of the Queensland Government’s Alcohol Management Plans implemented from 2002-03. The researchers will use de-identified data on injury, violence, health and social indicators. The study will map whether AMP components were delivered as promised and the extent to which they were welcomed by Cape York communities.
Improving Pre-pregnancy Health And Pregnancy Outcomes In North Queensland Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Communities.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$316,819.00
Summary
It is widely recognised that one of the best protections against poor pregnancy outcomes is to have women commence pregnancy in good health, because healthy mothers tend to have healthy babies. The key aim of this research program is to identify opportunities and time-points for effective primary, secondary and tertiary interventions to improve health in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women of childbearing age and their infants in north Queensland communities.
Resilience In Individuals And Families Coping With The Impacts Of Alcohol Related Injuries In Remote Indigenous Communities: A Program Of Mixed Method Research
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$316,449.00
Summary
Alcohol Management Plans (AMPs) implemented by the Queensland Government a decade ago (2002-03), primarily to control alcohol availability in Indigenous communities, are currently under review. AMPs seemed to have a number of positive effects on injury rates related to alcohol use, however a paucity of rigorous data related to injuries is currently available. An in-depth study of alcohol related injury and resilience linked to alcohol injuries in four Indigenous communities will be conducted.
Better Methods To Collect Self-report Data On Alcohol Use Behaviours From Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Australians
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,211,435.00
Summary
This project will develop, refine and trial a tablet computer tool for assessing drinking among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. This tool will ‘speak’ to the person (in local language if needed) and use an engaging touchscreen display; it will add up amount consumed if a person shares alcohol or drinks from non-standard containers. The tool will help provide accurate survey data for service planning and community feedback, and can be adapted for healthcare screening.
Making Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders History In The Pilbara: An Evidence-based Prevention Intervention
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,703,824.00
Summary
This project creates and evaluates a community-oriented Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder prevention program. Based on an internationally recognised model, the program will be delivered through the Pilbara’s Aboriginal Health Organisations and WA Country Health Service and will assist Aboriginal women, partners, community and health providers. Program success will result in a reduction in alcohol use during pregnancy, and increased community and health providers’ knowledge, attitudes and practice.
Improving The Management Of Youth With Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder In The Justice System
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,499,897.00
Summary
Rates of Aboriginal youth incarceration in Western Australia are among the highest nationally. There is an urgent need to understand the extent of involvement of youth with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) in the justice system, and develop strategies to prevent continued engagement with the justice system. This research will establish the first Australian estimate of FASD among youth in detention and develop and evaluate a new model of service delivery and clinical management.
Intervention Trial To Reduce Alcohol Related Harms Among High Risk Young Indigenous Australians
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$392,553.00
Summary
Indigenous Australians experience disproportionately high rates of drug and alcohol harms and young people are particularly vulnerable: over 50% of 10-17 year old juvenile detainees are Indigenous, despite comprising only 2% of the population. There is no reliable evidence about which interventions might reduce these harms. This study quantifies the benefits/costs of combining cognitive-behaviour therapy with a community-reinforcement strategy to reduce substance-related harms among young Indige ....Indigenous Australians experience disproportionately high rates of drug and alcohol harms and young people are particularly vulnerable: over 50% of 10-17 year old juvenile detainees are Indigenous, despite comprising only 2% of the population. There is no reliable evidence about which interventions might reduce these harms. This study quantifies the benefits/costs of combining cognitive-behaviour therapy with a community-reinforcement strategy to reduce substance-related harms among young Indigenous Australians.Read moreRead less