Several Native Americans who attended boarding schools in the United States tell their stories, varying in experiences, trauma, and how it has impacted their lives and communities. Some survivors turned to alcohol or drugs to cope with traumatic experiences, while others described their experiences as positive, meaning they were allowed to maintain their cultural identity.
Source: Michelle Merlin. “Native American culture feels effects of boarding schools decades after system closed.” November 15, 2015. Record Eagle. http://www.record-eagle.com/news/local_news/native-american-culture-feels-effects-of-boarding-schools-decades-after/article_887258f9-d3d4-5033-a5e8-99fc50c05747.html
