Vossberg Raeann L, Fitzgerald Monica D, Asdigian Nancy L, Shangreau Carly, Zacher Tracy, Whitesell Nancy Rumbaugh
Centers for American Indian and Alaska Native Health, University of Colorado, Aurora, CO 80045, USA.
Missouri Breaks Industries Research, Inc., Eagle Butte, SD 57625, USA.
Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2025 Mar 11;22(3):412. doi: 10.3390/ijerph22030412.
(1) Background: This study aimed to examine adult participants perceptions of the Thiwáhe Gluwáš'akapi (TG) program. We recruited 13 of 85 (15.3%) adult participants from various previous cohorts of the TG program, separated into lower and higher participation groups. Qualitative semi-structured interviews were conducted. This study was conducted on a Northern Plains reservation, and interviews took place via phone. (2) Methods: Semi-structured interviews with 13 adult participants with children aged 10-12 were completed. Audio files were transcribed and analyzed with ATLAS.ti. (3) Results: Qualitative analysis of these interviews revealed several themes: positive reception by families, enhanced connections to Lakota culture and community, and improved familial relationships. Several barriers to participation emerged, such as difficulties with transportation, scheduling conflicts, and lack of time, which can inform implementation strategies. Observed themes showcase positive impacts of TG on parent-child relationships and cultural connection, aiding overall wellbeing and substance use discourse. (4) Conclusions: Participants in the TG program expressed high satisfaction with the program, gained new skills, and improved family dynamics. Future implementation of TG should include additional transportation support and session scheduling options, in addition to updated implementation strategies to further improve Lakota families' mental health and wellbeing.
(1) 背景:本研究旨在调查成年参与者对蒂瓦赫·格鲁瓦萨克皮(TG)项目的看法。我们从TG项目之前的不同队列中招募了85名成年参与者中的13名(15.3%),分为低参与度组和高参与度组。进行了定性半结构化访谈。本研究在北部平原保留地进行,访谈通过电话进行。(2) 方法:完成了对13名有10 - 12岁孩子的成年参与者的半结构化访谈。音频文件被转录并用ATLAS.ti进行分析。(3) 结果:对这些访谈的定性分析揭示了几个主题:家庭的积极接受、与拉科塔文化和社区的联系增强以及家庭关系改善。出现了一些参与障碍,如交通困难、日程冲突和时间不足,这些可为实施策略提供参考。观察到的主题展示了TG对亲子关系和文化联系的积极影响,有助于整体幸福感和物质使用问题的讨论。(4) 结论:TG项目的参与者对该项目表示高度满意,获得了新技能,并改善了家庭动态。TG项目未来的实施应包括额外的交通支持和课程安排选项,以及更新实施策略,以进一步改善拉科塔家庭的心理健康和幸福感。