Exploration of commonalities and variations in health related beliefs across four Latino subgroups using focus group methodology: implications in care for Latinos with type 2 diabetes.
Authors: Long JM, Sowell R, Bairan A, Holtz C, Curtis AB, Fogarty KJ
Abstract
Latinos, now the largest U.S. ethnic minority, have a high risk for type 2 diabetes. The Latino population is a heterogeneous group of individuals from many countries with a variety of beliefs and cultures. The purpose of this study was to explore similarities and differences in beliefs and attitudes related to health and healthcare practices across our Latino subgroups (Mexican, Colombian, Puerto Rican, and Mayan). The study used a qualitative research design employing focus groups and participant questionnaires. Data analysis r...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use among men with a history of prostate cancer.
This study used the 2002 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) to explore the amount and type of CAM use among 218 Black and White men with a history of prostate cancer. Over 90% of men reported having ever used any form of CAM and most men used biologically-based and mind-body therapies. Nurses are in a unique position to discuss, to assess needs and practices, and perhaps, to act as intermediaries for physicians and other healthcare professionals and prostate cancer survivors who use CAM.
PMID: 23362695 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity)
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Scholarship and diversity in higher education.
Authors: Akombo DO
Abstract
Colleges and universities which are less diverse in their communities are often characterized by values, behavior patterns, and linguistic traits impinging on the institutions' milieu. These traits differ in significant ways from those within the dominant society for which the institution is established. The diverse students, and faculty alike, find these policies to be quasi-exclusive and limited to the geographical and demo- graphical environments in which the institutions are located. This paper examines some of these traits that affect the experience in higher education for ...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
The invisible minority: revisiting the debate on foreign-accented speakers and upward mobility in the workplace.
Authors: Akomolafe S
Abstract
Of some of the major types of discrimination, the one that gets the least attention is national origin discrimination and in particular, accent discrimination, especially when it comes to upward mobility in the workplace. Yet, unlike other forms of discrimination, accent discrimination is rarely a subject of any robust public debate. This paper is a modest attempt to help establish a framework for understanding the relative neglect to which the discourse on accent discrimination has been subjected vis-a-vis the overall national debate on diversity. Hopefully, in the process, i...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Experiential training for enhancing intercultural sensitivity.
Authors: Jain S
Abstract
This project aims to enhance intercultural sensitivity using cross-cultural movies and focused group discussions with invited guests. Both treatment and control groups consisted of 9 Caucasian participants. The researcher conducted 8 group sessions with the participants of treatment group. Pre and post intervention data were collected on the Intercultural Sensitivity Scale. Results show that there was a significant increase in the participants' scores in the treatment group and not a significant difference in participants' pre and post scores in the control group. Further analysis ...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Exploring dominant discourses: creating spaces to find voice and cultural identity.
Authors: Lee BY, Kozak MS, Nancoo CP, Chen HM, Middendorf K, Gale J
Abstract
This paper presents the experiences of five women's (of three nationalities and different ethnic backgrounds) challenging dominant cultural discourses and finding their own voice. Starting from a class assignment and individual papers, the five women engaged in a participatory writing project that helped them critically examine dominant discourses of their home countries, the US and other countries, and reflect on how they have been constrained by these dominant discourses and how they have resisted them.
PMID: 23614177 [P...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Assessing physical activity and function in the Filipino older adults.
Authors: Ceria-Ulep CD, Dalusung-Angosta A, Magday-Asselstine RT, Castillo MA, Pagano IS, Li D, Wooton A
Abstract
UNLABELLED: This cross-sectional study was conducted to describe: the physical activity and function of 47 Filipinos (N = 47), 65+ years old living in Honolulu; and the relationship between these two variables. Data collected included an interview on demographics, health history, physical activity and function. Performance based physical function tests included handgrip, chair stands, balance, ten foot and six minutes walk.
RESULTS: For physical activity, most of the participants engage...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
A Hmong professional woman's reflections and perspectives on the influences affecting the changing roles of Hmong women in America.
Authors: Lor P
Abstract
The single-case qualitative study explores a Hmong professional woman's reflections and perspectives on the influences affecting the changing roles of Hmong women in the United States.
PMID: 23614179 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity)
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Enhancing students' cultural competence using cross-cultural experiential learning.
Authors: Kratzke C, Bertolo M
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to explore undergraduate community health students' perceptions of their cultural competence. Little is known about students' cultural awareness, knowledge, and skills after their experience working with diverse cultural groups and language barriers. A cross-cultural experiential learning exercise was used as an educational approach. Reflective writing was used to elicit students' attitudes of the other culture and their coping skills. Three themes emerged as cultural awareness and knowledge, observation and learning, and cross-cultural c...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Taonga: grandchildren the treasures of grandparents.
Authors: Vakalahi HF, Taiapa JT, Ware F
Abstract
Terns in a multi-ethnic sample of 125 depressed women seeking treatment for depression. Forty-six African American, 36 Caucasian Americans, and 43 Latina women were recruited and interviewed about their beliefs about their illness and their help-seeking. Results indicated that Latinas were significantly more likely than Caucasian Americans to believe that their illness was caused by traditional reasons (e.g., energy imbalance). African Americans were more likely to use spiritual resources (e.g., prayer, church) to deal with their problems than Caucasian Amer...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Diversity must start somewhere: the experience of one college of nursing.
Authors: Peery AI, Julian P, Avery J, Henry SL
Abstract
The concept of diversity varies widely in its definition, conceptualization and connotations. Addressing issues of diversity within a college of nursing is necessary if the cultures of our academic units are to change and become more inclusive. The article provides an overview of how this CON began to address changing its culture to one of a more inclusive nature and across all groups represented within the college, not bound only by ethnicity and gender. The process described in this article may provide an example for others to follow.
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Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
The effect of medical mathematics retention strategies in decreasing attrition rate among African American licensed practical nursing students in a community college.
CONCLUSIONS: Retention intervention programs can have a positive impact on minority students' academic performance.
PMID: 24279128 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity)
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Moving toward cultural competency: DREAMWork online summer program.
This article describes the origination and implementation of an online, interactive summer component of the Diversity Recruitment and Education to Advance Minorities in the Nursing Workforce Program (DREAMWork) at University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC). The summer course was designed as a strategy to help prepare baccalaureate nursing students to provide both culturally sensitive and competent care through online learning. Sixteen baccalaureate nursing students participated in the four week online summer program. Course objectives were framed using Campinha-Bacote's (2002) model of cultural competence (Figure 1). Ana...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
An exploratory study of sexual assertiveness and characteristics of African American women in negotiating condom use at an HBCU.
Authors: Jenkins CC, Kennedy BR
Abstract
The transmission of HIV/AIDS among African American women through heterosexual sex is an epidemic. Critical themes extracted from the HIV/AIDS sexual assertiveness literature revealed that: (a) sexual assertiveness is related to HIV risk, (b) sexual assertiveness is related to communication, and (c) women with low sexual assertiveness are at risk for HIV. This descriptive study sought to answer the following research question: What do young adult college attending African American women self-report about asking information about their partner's sexual history? The m...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Sexual communication needs of African American families in relation to faith-based HIV prevention.
In this study, we examined the sexual communication needs of African-American parents and their adolescent children in relation to faith-based HIV prevention. Eight focus groups of 10 members each were conducted, four with parents and four with adolescents. The sessions were audiotaped and transcribed verbatim. Findings indicated that some African Americans are not knowledgeable about sexually transmitted infections. The sample members were not in agreement about when sexual communications should begin, yet the majority felt that the church was the best place to have these discussions. Healthcare professionals can use the ...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
