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1.	Kaiser, Niclas, 1973-, et al. (author) Experiences of Being a Young Female Sami Reindeer Herder : A Qualitative Study from the Perspective of Mental Health and Intersectionality 2015 In: Journal of Northern Studies. - : Umeå University. - 1654-5915 .- 2004-4658. ; 9:2, s. 55-72 Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract Objectives: To explore experiences of what it means to be a young, female Sami reindeer herder in Sweden, a group occupying a unique position in Swedish Sami life, with special focus on intersectionality and exposure to risk factors regarding mental (ill) health.Methods: A qualitative content analysis of semi-structured interviews with 13 strategically selected female reindeer herders (18–35 years old).Results: The participants described a reindeer-herding lifestyle that they find joyful and vital, but is also conflictual and harsh. Genderspecific issues were raised, for example that they unfortunately and unnecessarily have a place other than the heart of reindeer herding reserved for them.Conclusions: The results of this study suggest that the position of women reindeer herders is paradoxical. This position implies not only a pride in Sami culture but also a risk of developing mental health problems which should be addressed in relation to gender, the reindeer-herding lifestyle and ethnicity.

Kaiser, Niclas, 1973-, et al. (author)
Experiences of Being a Young Female Sami Reindeer Herder : A Qualitative Study from the Perspective of Mental Health and Intersectionality
2015
In: Journal of Northern Studies. - : Umeå University. - 1654-5915 .- 2004-4658. ; 9:2, s. 55-72
Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Objectives: To explore experiences of what it means to be a young, female Sami reindeer herder in Sweden, a group occupying a unique position in Swedish Sami life, with special focus on intersectionality and exposure to risk factors regarding mental (ill) health.Methods: A qualitative content analysis of semi-structured interviews with 13 strategically selected female reindeer herders (18–35 years old).Results: The participants described a reindeer-herding lifestyle that they find joyful and vital, but is also conflictual and harsh. Genderspecific issues were raised, for example that they unfortunately and unnecessarily have a place other than the heart of reindeer herding reserved for them.Conclusions: The results of this study suggest that the position of women reindeer herders is paradoxical. This position implies not only a pride in Sami culture but also a risk of developing mental health problems which should be addressed in relation to gender, the reindeer-herding lifestyle and ethnicity.

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