Deacon, Z., Pendley, J., Hinson, W. R., & Hinson, J. D. (2011). Chokka-Chaffa’Kilimpi’, Chikashshiyaakni’Kilimpi’: Strong Family, Strong Nation. American Indian And Alaska Native Mental Health Research: The Journal Of The National Center, 18(2), 41-63.

Abstract

To encourage the health and well-being of American Indian (AI) communities, it is first necessary to understand the meaning of health for particular tribes. As such, this investigation reports on the meaning of health and well-being for Chickasaw families. Findings from this investigation additionally highlight ways in which characteristics of strong Chickasaw families are both similar to and different from those of other AI tribes. Implications for science and practice are discussed.