{"title":"EOV Editorial Board","authors":"","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2014.950120","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2014.950120","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":378398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic And Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"98 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-10-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123894391","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Lens of Masculinity: Trauma in Men and the Landscapes of Sexual Abuse Survivors","authors":"S. Chan","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2014.932733","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2014.932733","url":null,"abstract":"The aim of this study was to identify the implications of masculinity for male sexual abuse survivors. To address the lack of research on male sexual abuse survivors, this study focuses on the trauma sustained by male survivors and the interplay of the cultural concept of masculinity. Given the sensitive nature of this topic and to protect the respondents, a three-phase methodological design was used. Initial observation of the participants in the treatment groups was followed by fieldwork involving focus groups and, eventually, in-depth individual interviews. This study’s implications for social workers helping male sexual abuse survivors are discussed through the lens of masculinity.","PeriodicalId":378398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic And Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"32 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"114756782","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Filling a Service Gap for Divided Families: The Case of China and Hong Kong","authors":"L. Jordan, Q. Liang","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2014.941450","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2014.941450","url":null,"abstract":"The mobility of people across international borders is an increasing trend. Increased contact between Hong Kong and Mainland China residents has resulted in rising marriages following the 1980s’ “open door” policy of China, while the existing quota for Chinese residents to receive the family reunion permit remains limited. This article uses a case study approach to analyze emergent service needs and responses for the divided family. Family problems often become more complex and escalate into divorce due to enforced separation across the border resulting in complex legal issues and separate social welfare and legal systems present unique challenges for social work intervention promoting child welfare.","PeriodicalId":378398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic And Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"79 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"128378883","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Personhood: Including the Chinese Person with Dementia in Research, Policy, and Practice","authors":"Sing Mei Chan, D. O’connor","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2014.932731","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2014.932731","url":null,"abstract":"Literature indicates that dementia caring is difficult and challenging. This literature is scarce for ethnic minorities and lacking most acutely, despite its huge diasporic population, for the Chinese group. Where available, the focus is mostly on the Chinese carer, with the regular absence of the person with dementia and the interactions of the care-partners. From an interpretive phenomenological perspective, this in-depth case study of four Chinese immigrant families takes Kitwood’s (1997) personhood approach to include the Chinese person with dementia. Findings show how this inclusion is possible and important for better understanding and effecting dementia care in research, policy, and practice.","PeriodicalId":378398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic And Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"4 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116096437","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kathleen S. Yep, Tracy Zhao, C. Wang, Samuel Y. Pang, Pauline Wang
{"title":"The Revised Naturalization Exam and Chinese Immigrants in the United States: Key Issues for Social Workers","authors":"Kathleen S. Yep, Tracy Zhao, C. Wang, Samuel Y. Pang, Pauline Wang","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2014.932730","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2014.932730","url":null,"abstract":"In 2008, the United States government increased the importance of standardized English in the naturalization process. Using semistructured interviews, surveys, and participant observation data, this article explores language barriers to naturalization through a Chinese immigrant community in Southern California. As part of the nation’s fastest-growing racial group in the United States, Chinese immigrants are a significant piece of the immigration and naturalization picture. Recommendations for culturally responsive strategies for social workers are discussed. Since Chinese immigrants tend to underutilize services, social workers may play a central role in assisting immigrants through the naturalization process and thus accessing social services available to citizens.","PeriodicalId":378398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic And Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"52 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"128251033","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Family Engagement in Children with Mental Health Needs in a Chinese Context: A Dream or Reality?","authors":"J. L. Ma, K. Lai","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2013.838815","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2013.838815","url":null,"abstract":"Exploratory and qualitative in nature, this study aimed to identify the subjective experiences of Chinese parents with a child suspected of or diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), in problem identification and management of the child, and to explore if the educational and mental health professionals have actively involved the parents in the decision-making process. A total of 24 parents/caregivers participated in this study. Data were collected through focus-group interviews and in-depth family interviews. Emerging from the data were seven major themes capturing the Chinese parents/caregivers’ experience, with three themes in problem identification and four in helping the child. Implications of this study on our service development are discussed.","PeriodicalId":378398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic And Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"183 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"124625587","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Culturally Sensitive Health Care Services for Chinese People in Britain","authors":"R. Chau, S. Yu, C. Law","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2014.942939","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2014.942939","url":null,"abstract":"This article aims to examine the challenges of developing culturally sensitive health care services for Chinese people in Britain. It argues that Chinese people have heterogeneous backgrounds and migration experiences. However, they share a common cultural heritage and are still influenced by traditional beliefs to various extents, especially in their understanding and handling of health issues. Therefore, in providing culturally sensitive services, health care providers should understand Chinese people’s diverse preferences, but not overlook the similarities among them, and between them and people of other cultural groups.","PeriodicalId":378398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic And Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"71 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"115683236","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Life-Course Perspective on Elderly Residential Mobility in Southern China: An Adaptation of the Amenity Retirement Migration Model","authors":"X. Bai, N. Chow","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2014.943868","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2014.943868","url":null,"abstract":"This qualitative study examined the migration process of 30 Hong Kong retirees in Southern China. Factors influencing decisions align with the life-course perspective and Amenity Retirement Migration Model. Cost of living, better environment and amenities, desirable lifestyle, cultural views and perspectives, past life and work experience, previous mobility patterns, housing history, financial resources, marriage, and intergenerational relationships affected retirees’ mobility decisions. Dissatisfaction with new environments, lack of contact with relatives and friends, and lack of access to local medical services made movers contemplate additional moves. These findings can inform the development of resettlement or adaptation programs for those moving to their homeland for retirement. Coordination to ensure seamless service transitions is critical to adjustment of aging retirees.","PeriodicalId":378398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic And Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"17 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121234461","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Celia H. Y. Chan, T. Chan, P. Leung, Mark J. Brenner, V. Wong, Eric K. T. Leung, Xiaolu Wang, M. Lee, Jessie S. M. Chan, Cecilia L. W. Chan
{"title":"Rethinking Well-Being in Terms of Affliction and Equanimity: Development of a Holistic Well-Being Scale","authors":"Celia H. Y. Chan, T. Chan, P. Leung, Mark J. Brenner, V. Wong, Eric K. T. Leung, Xiaolu Wang, M. Lee, Jessie S. M. Chan, Cecilia L. W. Chan","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2014.932550","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2014.932550","url":null,"abstract":"This study aimed to validate a self-report assessment instrument developed based on the affliction-equanimity model of holistic well-being. An expert panel developed a pool of items, which were tested through an online questionnaire. Exploratory and confirmatory analyses were conducted. The analyses revealed seven factors related to affliction and equanimity and showed an adequate fit for the first-order seven-factor structure. The factors correlated in expected directions with measures of quality of life, mood, meaning of life, mindfulness, and hope. Results showed the 30-item Holistic Well-Being Scale had good psychometric properties and validity, and suggested its usefulness in future studies of holistic well-being.","PeriodicalId":378398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic And Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"46 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125178358","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Lin Fang, Vivian Zhang, H. Poon, W. Fung, Dhvani Katakia
{"title":"Lifestyle Practices, Psychological Well-Being, and Substance Use among Chinese-Canadian Youth","authors":"Lin Fang, Vivian Zhang, H. Poon, W. Fung, Dhvani Katakia","doi":"10.1080/15313204.2014.932732","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15313204.2014.932732","url":null,"abstract":"Lifestyle factors serve an important determinant of health and are critical to youths’ psychosocial development. This cross-sectional survey study aimed to assess the associations between lifestyle practices and mental health and substance use among a sample of 152 Chinese-Canadian youth in the Greater Toronto Area. Findings indicated that youths’ sedentary behaviors are linked to increased depressed mood, stress, and suicidal ideation. Moreover, a lack of healthy eating habits is associated with increased substance use. The use of a buddy program, installation of peer counseling, and an implementation of a holistic health policy may help promote healthy living for Chinese-Canadian youth.","PeriodicalId":378398,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Ethnic And Cultural Diversity in Social Work","volume":"43 6","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"114039294","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}