Acculturation Research Articles

Papanicolaou testing among Native American and Hispanic populations.

The purpose of this study was to explore the perceptions and knowledge of, and access to, Papanicolaou (Pap) testing among Hispanic and Native-American women. A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted by surveying Hispanic and Native-American women. The survey was developed with the constructs of the Preventive Health Model and was designed to assess background characteristics, representation factors, social influence factors, and program factors among Hispanic and Native-American females. Hispanic (n=48) and Native-American (n=68) women aged 18 to 89 years. The surveys were distributed in several community health event sites throughout the Kansas City Metropolitan Area. The primary response (dependant) variables include knowledge, cervical screening intentions, and perceptions regarding the use of the Pap test. Most of the women surveyed (97%) had heard about Pap testing and reported having had a Pap test. Abnormal Pap test results were reported by 36% of the respondents. Acculturation and less income were significant factors in whether respondents could afford a Pap test, had health insurance, had a regular healthcare provider, and worried that a Pap test would uncover cervical cancer. Income was additionally related to having a doctor recommend Pap testing, the ability to get to the doctors' office during office hours, and fear of a cervical cancer diagnosis. Acculturation (or language) and income were determinants of Pap screening behavior among Native-American and Hispanic women.

Kite Battle: Tradition and Acculturation

Kite Battle: Tradition and Acculturation

Acculturation, obesity and eating disorders

Acculturation, obesity and eating disorders

Health, life expectancy, and mortality patterns among immigrant populations in the United States.

The US immigrant population has grown considerably in the last three decades, from 9.6 million in 1970 to 32.5 million in 2002. However, this unprecedented population rise has not been accompanied by increased immigrant health monitoring. In this study, we examined the extent to which US- and foreign-born blacks, whites, Asians, and Hispanics differ in their health, life expectancy, and mortality patterns across the life course. We used National Vital Statistics System (1986-2000) and National Health Interview Survey (1992-1995) data to examine nativity differentials in health outcomes. Logistic regression and age-adjusted death rates were used to examine differentials. Male and female immigrants had, respectively, 3.4 and 2.5 years longer life expectancy than the US-born. Compared to their US-born counterparts, black immigrant men and women had, respectively, 9.4 and 7.8 years longer life expectancy, but Chinese, Japanese, and Filipino immigrants had lower life expectancy. Most immigrant groups had lower risks of infant mortality and low birthweight than the US-born. Consistent with the acculturation hypothesis, immigrants' risks of disability and chronic disease morbidity increased with increasing length of residence. Cancer and other chronic disease mortality patterns for immigrants and natives varied considerably, with Asian Immigrants experiencing substantially higher stomach, liver and cervical cancer mortality than the US-born. Immigrants, however, had significantly lower mortality from lung, colorectal, breast, prostate and esophageal cancer, cardiovascular disease, cirrhosis, diabetes, respiratory diseases, HIV/AIDS, and suicide. Migration selectivity, social support, socio-economic, and behavioural characteristics may account for health differentials between immigrants and the US-born.

Hepatitis B knowledge and practices among Chinese Canadian women in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Liver cancer rates are higher in North American Chinese than non-Asian ethnic/racial groups, largely due to chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. A community-based survey of Chinese women (n = 147) was completed during 1999 to examine HBV knowledge and practices in Vancouver, British Columbia. Most women had heard of HBV (85%) but smaller proportions knew about some routes of transmission (e.g., sexual intercourse) and sequelae of infection. Knowledge about HBV was significantly associated with education level (p = 0.005), English fluency (p < 0.001) and household income (p = 0.007). Previous serologic testing for HBV infection was significantly associated with education level (p = 0.04), English fluency (p = 0.01), and level of knowledge about HBV (p < 0.001). Efforts to increase knowledge about HBV infection in this community should consider targeting less educated and less acculturated individuals.

Acculturation: advances in theory, measurement, and applied research

Acculturation: advances in theory, measurement, and applied research

The Filmmaker as Visionary: Excerpts from an Interview with Stan Brakhage

After providing a brief introduction to Brakhage's prolific career, MacDonald interviews the legendary avant-garde filmmaker about four pivotal films: Anticipation of the Night (1958), the controversial film that established Brakhage's commitment to a new form of cinematic sight and threw the avant-garde film world into an uproar; the four-part Scenes from Under Childhood (1969-1970), one of Brakhage's most elaborate evocations of how the freedom of a baby's vision is lost as the child is acculturated into language; The Loom (1986), Brakhage's requiem for his remarkable marriage with Jane Collum Brakhage; and Commingled Containers(1997), a film made during the first moments of Brakhage's confrontation with bladder cancer. He died on March 9, 2003.

Facilitators and barriers to cervical cancer screening among Chinese Canadian women.

Chinese Canadian women have higher cervical cancer incidence, and lower Pap testing, rates than the general Canadian population. Predisposing, enabling and reinforcing factors associated with ever having a Pap test, and having a recent Pap test within the last 2 years, were assessed in Chinese women in British Columbia using the PRECEDE-PROCEED model. Chinese women (n=512) between the ages of 20 and 79 years and residing in Greater Vancouver were interviewed about Pap testing, health care, traditional health beliefs, acculturation and sociodemographic characteristics. Two analyses were done, comparing women who had ever and never had a Pap test, and comparing women who had and had not received a recent Pap test. Focus groups and qualitative interviews ensured cultural sensitivity in the survey questionnaire. Seventy-six percent reported ever having a Pap test and 57% reported having a Pap test within the last 2 years. Traditional health beliefs were not associated with ever or recent Pap testing. However, belief that Pap testing prevented cancer and general knowledge about the Pap test were associated with screening. Concern about pain/discomfort with the test, availability of time, culturally sensitive health care services and recommendation for Pap testing by a physician were also associated with screening. Factors differed for ever, and recently, having a Pap test. Pap testing is less common among Chinese Canadian women. Continuing education about Pap testing is recommended for physicians serving underscreened Chinese women. Culturally and linguistically appropriate educational materials are needed for the Chinese community.

Duchamp's Boîte-en-valise: Between Institutional Acculturation and Geopolitical Displacement

July 01 2002 Duchamp's Boîte-en-valise: Between Institutional Acculturation and Geopolitical Displacement T. J. Demos T. J. Demos Search for other works by this author on: This Site Google Scholar Author and Article Information T. J. Demos Online Issn: 1536-0105 Print Issn: 1526-3819 © 2002 Grey Room, Inc. and Massachusetts Institute of Technology2002 Grey Room (2002) (8): 6–37. https://doi.org/10.1162/15263810260201580 Cite Icon Cite Permissions Share Icon Share Twitter LinkedIn Views Icon Views Article contents Figures & tables Video Audio Supplementary Data Peer Review Search Site Citation T. J. Demos; Duchamp's Boîte-en-valise: Between Institutional Acculturation and Geopolitical Displacement. Grey Room 2002; (8): 6–37. doi: https://doi.org/10.1162/15263810260201580 Download citation file: Ris (Zotero) Reference Manager EasyBib Bookends Mendeley Papers EndNote RefWorks BibTex toolbar search Search Dropdown Menu nav search search input Search input auto suggest search filter All ContentAll JournalsGrey Room Search Advanced Search This content is only available as a PDF. © 2002 Grey Room, Inc. and Massachusetts Institute of Technology2002 Article PDF first page preview Close Modal You do not currently have access to this content.

Puerto Ricans and Recreation Participation: Methodological, Cultural, and Perceptual Considerations

This study examined Puerto Ricans in central Massachusetts, USA, and explored issues of acculturation, park use, and the perception of benefits provided by public parks. A process for gaining access to, and garnering support from, the Puerto Rican community is discussed. The key elements of this process is bilingualism, key informants, and community involvement. The relationships between acculturation (ACC), perceived benefits of recreation (BEN), and recreation participation/park use (REC) were explored. Scales were developed for ACC, BEN, and REC. ACC was found to be a very reliable scale, and suggestions for future use are made. Additionally, differences in high, moderate, and low users and highly acculturated, bicultural, and slightly acculturated individuals were explored. Contrary to earlier research, the analyses indicate that lesser acculturated Puerto Ricans use parks substantially more than higher acculturated Puerto Ricans. Findings also indicate that the higher acculturation levels perceive less benefits derived from recreation. Implications of these findings are discussed.

The Reading Culture And The Nigerian Child: The Role Of The Library In Child Development

The educational policy of Nigeria focuses sharply on child development and takes serious cognisance of the role of libraries in schools and colleges, It emphasises the importance of the establishment of libraries at all levels of the educational system. Yet, this ideal has not been realized at the primary and secondary school levels. These constitute the base of the educational system of the nation. This pathetic situation calls for a reordering of priorities in the implementation of education policies. This paper accepts that Nigeria does not have a reading culture, but upholds an acculturation that can transform our culture into a reading one for the benefit of our society. Strategies towards achieving this are exhaustively analysed. The paper also asserts that the capability to read is a prerequisite to a full appreciation of library resources and their usage. It calls for a serious drilling of children in reading and library skills by teacher librarians. The role of the library in developing the child’s reading habit is emphasised. Children are most receptive to information and learning at childhood. Any habit formed at this early stage of life tends to remain permanent. Keywords : the child, reading culture, school library, child development.

El &lt;i&gt;nomen Pompeius&lt;/i&gt; en Hispania: algunos aspectos críticos

Traditionally, the nomen Pompeius has been believed to point out the importance, in Hispania as elsewhere, of the clientele of the gens Pompeia . This article aims to revise that presumption, on the basis that many of the persons bearing this gentilice were simply acculturated natives.

Acculturative stress, depression, and suicidal ideation among Central American immigrants.

No previous studies have examined suicide risk among Central American immigrants. The present study explored the relationship between acculturative stress, depression, and suicidal ideation among Central American immigrants. Also examined were variables that predict depression and suicidal ideation. Elevated levels of acculturative stress were significantly correlated with high levels of depression and suicidal ideation. Family dysfunction, ineffective social support, nonpositive expectations concerning the future, low levels of religiosity, low levels of education and income, and lack of agreement with the decision to immigrate were significantly associated with high levels of depression and suicidal ideation. The overall findings suggest that Central American immigrants who experience elevated levels of acculturative stress may be at risk for experiencing heightened levels of depression and suicidal ideation. The findings highlight the importance of using culturally relevant clinical methods when assessing and treating depressed and potentially suicidal acculturating individuals.

Counseling Latino University Students: Psychosociocultural Issues for Consideration

Salient issues for Latino students on predominately White university campuses are identified and discussed. In particular, university counseling center (UCC) service providers can help diminish or diffuse educational and social difficulties of Latino students by considering psychosociocultural issues in counseling, such as university cultural environment, ethnic identity, acculturation, and social support from family and mentors. These concepts are illustrated and discussed through vignettes. Specific strategies for UCC service providers are also presented. Finally, attitudes and beliefs, knowledge, and skills necessary to provide competent psychosociocultural services to Latino students are identified.

Is acculturation unidimensional or bidimensional? A head-to-head comparison in the prediction of personality, self-identity, and adjustment.

Is acculturation unidimensional or bidimensional? A head-to-head comparison in the prediction of personality, self-identity, and adjustment.

Acculturation and emotion among Asian Americans.

Acculturation and emotion among Asian Americans.

Marketer Acculturation: The Changer and the Changed

Marketer Acculturation: The Changer and the Changed

Rejoinder to arieli: Acculturation—A long and complicated process

Rejoinder to arieli: Acculturation—A long and complicated process

Comment on eldering and knorth: Four possible paths of acculturation

Comment on eldering and knorth: Four possible paths of acculturation

Suicidality among acculturating Mexican Americans: current knowledge and directions for research.

Despite the dramatic increase in Mexican-American immigration over the past two decades, the acculturative experience and its relationship to suicide risk have received little attention within the field of suicidology. This paper summarizes findings from community-based studies that have explored suicide and risk factors among immigrant and Mexican-American groups, and suggests directions for future research. Most of these studies have been epidemiologic, and relatively few have addressed risk and protective factors within well-defined acculturating groups. Further study of the full continuum of suicidal thoughts and behaviors that examines precise cultural risk factors, and uses methodologies that combine quantitative and qualitative data, may improve our understanding of suicide risk among acculturating Mexican Americans.