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Journal of Lesbian Studies Volume 20, 2016 - Issue 3-4: Native American men-women, lesbians, two-spirits: Contemporary and historical perspectives
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“I'm in this world for a reason”: Resilience and recovery among American Indian and Alaska Native two-spirit women

Jessica H. L. ElmIndigenous Wellness Research Institute, School of Social Work, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USACorrespondence[email protected]
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Jordan P. LewisIndigenous Wellness Research Institute, School of Social Work, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USAView further author information
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Karina L. WaltersIndigenous Wellness Research Institute, School of Social Work, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USAView further author information
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Jen M. SelfIndigenous Wellness Research Institute, School of Social Work, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USAView further author information
Pages 352-371 | Published online: 02 Jun 2016

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