Latinas' attitudes about cervical cancer prevention: a meta-synthesis.
Authors: Corcoran J, Crowley M
Abstract
Latina women are almost twice as likely to die from cervical cancer as Caucasian women. In response to this disparity, qualitative study has been devoted to this topic. In order to generalize knowledge, insights gleaned through qualitative research methodology may be integrated through meta-synthesis, a methodology that has developed in nursing and related health sciences. The primary purpose of this meta-synthesis was to obtain information about Latinas' knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions regarding cervical cancer and its screening. After applying inclusion crite...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Perceptions of culturally competent diabetes management in a primary care practice.
Authors: Kirk JK, Hildebrandt C, Davis S, Crandall SJ, Siciliano AB, Marion GS
Abstract
To evaluate whether clinicians consider the impact of culture on diabetes management, a survey was mailed to 300 randomly selected patients > or = 50 years with type 2 diabetes and 153 surveys were returned. Data were correlated with A1C values. African Americans (AA) and non-Hispanic whites (NHW), (91.9%, 97.0%) respectively, reported clinicians discussed benefits of controlling blood sugar but did not discuss effects of cultural issues on glucose control (< or = 50%). AAs perceived clinicians were more accommoda...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
A cultural contracts perspective: examining American Indian identity negotiations in academia.
Authors: Lamsam TT
Abstract
Education has played a central role in identity confusion, and to this day, it is used to assimilate American Indians. For those American Indians who persist through doctoral degrees and enter academe, resisting assimilation is especially risky and often tiresome. In this conceptual exploration of identity, Cultural Contracts theory serves to illuminate the path of the American Indian academic journey. Although never applied in an American Indian context, cultural contracts theory may provide a bridge between the seemingly disparate strains of identity research and leave us with...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Korean working mothers' parenting style in Korea and in the United STates: a qualitative comparative study.
Authors: Im H, Kim E, Sung K
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to explore the similarities and differences of cultural influences on the parenting styles of Korean working mothers who live in South Korea versus Korean American working mothers living in the U.S. Four major themes were identified: (a) expression of affection for children, (b) parental control, (c) feelings for children, and (d) feelings for themselves. The findings indicate that acculturation to the American culture affected the Korean American working mothers to grant higher self-regulation to their children and to have more positive f...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Culture in America.
Authors: Broome BA
PMID: 25011206 [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
Colorectal cancer screening: the role of perceived susceptibility, risk and cultural illness beliefs among American Indians.
Authors: Hodge F, Maliski S, Itty T, Martinez F
Abstract
PURPOSE: Colorectal cancer (CRC) disproportionately affects American Indians and is a leading cause of mortality despite being treatable when detected early.
METHODS: An explanatory model to guide a CRC screening education media campaign was developed from survey and focus group data collected at three American Indian communities (n = 29) in California. Project data was analyzed using Chi Square, Fisher's Exact Test and thematic analysis.
RESULTS: Low perceived susceptibility due to low harm value, cultural illness beliefs, and compet...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
The relationship of prejudicial attitudes to psychological, social, and physical well-being within a sample of college students in the United States.
This study examined the relationship of prejudicial attitudes to psychological, social, and physical well-being among 495 college students in the Northeast region of the United States. Prejudicial attitudes included racism, sexism, homophobia, physical disability bias, weight/body-size bias, and anti-immigrant sentiment. As a secondary objective, we examined the associations among the various forms of prejudice and their relationship to key demographic and personal characteristics. We also examined the associations between psychological, social, and physical well-being. The results indicated that specific forms of prejudic...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Multiethnic perspectives on mainstream America.
Authors: Tappen RM, Rosselli M, Williams CL, Gibson S
Abstract
The terms mainstream America and mainstream American are often used but infrequently defined. The purpose of this study was to explore definitions of these terms among a multiethnic sample of 158 college students. Two major themes emerged from a qualitative analysis: 1) an exclusionary definition as U.S.-born, dominated by Whites and of Judeo-Christian faith versus the predominant, more inclusive, contemporary definition of sharing American values and practices within a diverse society and 2) a contrast between highly critical comments (weakene...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Examination of cultural knowledge and provider sensitivity in nurse managed health centers.
Authors: Waite R, Nardi D, Killian P
Abstract
It is important to examine empirical evidence of cultural competence among health care providers and to understand how it is assessed from an organizational context. There is a dearth of information about these concepts. Given its relevance to caring for diverse patient populations, the purpose of this paper is to present findings from a mixed method study which conducted a general cultural assessment survey of Nurse Managed Health Centers (NMHCs) that were affiliates of the National Nursing Centers Consortium. Findings enabled the authors to formulate recommen...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Diversity, culture and the glass ceiling.
Authors: Wilson E
Abstract
A reference to the term, the glass ceiling, has come to embody more than gender equality among women and men. Today the term embraces the quest of all minorities and their journey towards equality in the workplace. The purpose of this article is to bring attention to the subject of diversity, culture, and the glass ceiling. The article will discuss the history of the glass ceiling and how its broadened meaning is relevant in today's workplace. It will also provide statistics showing how diversity and culture are lacking among the top echelon of today's executives, the barriers fa...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Ethnicity matters: the experiences of minority groups in public health programs.
Authors: Pardasani M, Bandyopadhyay S
Abstract
The minority population in the US is expected to overtake the nonHispanic Caucasian population by 2050. Compounding this demographic shift are the significant disparities between Caucasian and non Caucasian groups especially with regard to income, living standards, health and access to healthcare and vital services. Thus, healthcare and social service programs are being charged with identifying barriers and providing effective, culturally competent care to reduce these disparities in health and quality of life. But the issue of poverty and access is global and...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Conceptualizations of culture and cultural care among undergraduate nursing students: an exploration and critique of cultural education.
Authors: Vandenberg H, Kalischuk RG
Abstract
Culture and cultural care have become important concepts in nursing education. However, little is known about what nursing students learn about these complex concepts. The purpose of this study was to explore and critique what nursing students learn about culture and cultural care. First and fourth year students were invited to participate in a focused ethnography to explore how nursing education might shape student knowledge of culture over time. Findings revealed that both groups of students supported the essentialist view of culture. Although students support...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
The changing face of public education: the process of "revisioning" elementary teacher preparation programs.
Authors: Stevens-Smith D, Warner M, Padilla M
Abstract
Three years ago the elementary education department at Clemson University recognized the need for curricular change in the way we prepare teachers. The current program was not reflective of the changing demographics of multilingual and multicultural students in the public/ private school population. The challenge from the university provost was to create an enhanced elementary curriculum that would be unique in training students to meet these new demands. The purpose of this article is to share the revisioning process that led to redesigning the teache...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Cultural competence education in university rehabilitation programs.
The objective is to provide a resource to faculty who wish to include or strengthen cultural competency education in their program and courses. CIRRIE assessed students'cultural needs, and solicited assistance from experts in the field to assist with the development of the guides. After the guides were published CIRRIE conducted surveys to assess their usefulness. Survey responses were highest among occupational therapy faculty. Among faculty who responded, most intended to use the cultural competence activities, case studies, and resources that the guides offer throughout their curriculum.
PMID: 25306842 [PubMed -...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
Living Outside Their Heads: Assessing the Efficacy of a Multicultural Course on the Attitudes of Graduate Students in Teacher Education.
Authors: Martin RJ, Dagostino-Kalniz V
Abstract
Given the importance of multicultural education, its impact on students and the ensuing impact on society, it would appear that studies assessing the efficacy of how social justice issues are taught appear to be essential. However, most studies assessing the efficacy of multicultural teacher education coursework appears to be inconclusive. This paper poses the following questions: to what extent is it possible for students who are teachers and administrators in American schools to engage in a multicultural graduate course taught using a social reconstructioni...
Source: Journal of Cultural Diversity - December 21, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Tags: J Cult Divers Source Type: research
