Catie Cleary, Galilea Dupree, Anna Welling, Janice F. Hernandez, Heather Cuevas, Michael Thomas, Neil Peterson, Sharon D. Horner, Megan Thomas Hebdon
{"title":"Experiences and Supportive Care Needs of Latinx Millennial Caregivers","authors":"Catie Cleary, Galilea Dupree, Anna Welling, Janice F. Hernandez, Heather Cuevas, Michael Thomas, Neil Peterson, Sharon D. Horner, Megan Thomas Hebdon","doi":"10.1177/10436596241274116","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10436596241274116","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction:Latinx Millennial caregivers are an understudied minority group in the United States. Due to life stage and cultural values, these caregivers struggle to balance conflicting priorities with career, family, and caregiving. They also face systemic barriers and healthcare disparities.Methods:Participants ( N = 29) were recruited locally and nationally. Qualitative data were collected using five focus groups and one individual interview. Interviews were analyzed by seven coders using thematic analysis with an inductive approach.Results:Meta-themes included (a) the Latinx experience with culture, immigrant status, and structural barriers; and (b) being a super caregiver: being everything to everyone. Additional main themes were identified including family well-being, occupational and financial well-being, social support dynamics, challenges and rewards of family caregiving, and coping strategies.Discussion:Clinical interventions for Latinx Millennial caregivers should address cultural background, value of family/community, and systemic barriers for care and support.","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142252103","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pipit Festi Wiliyanarti, Idham Choliq, Uswatun Hasanah, Shu-Yuan Lin
{"title":"Mother’s Experiences in Caring for Children with Stunting in Rural Indonesia","authors":"Pipit Festi Wiliyanarti, Idham Choliq, Uswatun Hasanah, Shu-Yuan Lin","doi":"10.1177/10436596241274264","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10436596241274264","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction:Stunting is a major health problem in Indonesia. The aim of this study is to explore the experiences of mothers who take care of stunted children in rural Pamekasan Madura, Indonesia.Methods:This research employed a phenomenological approach and conducted in-depth interviews with 11 mothers in rural Pamekasan Madura, Indonesia, using purposive sampling. Data collection took place from June to September 2023.Results:This study presents Madurese mothers’ experiences caring for their children with stunting through two themes and five sub-themes: (a) beliefs passed down for generations: strong ancestral influence on feeding behaviors, traditional food, and traditional health-seeking behavior; and (b) insufficient resources on nutrition: a lack of time and money to provide nutrition-rich food and a lack of nutrition information.Discussion:Cultural beliefs, a lack of nutrition education, and economic barriers contribute to stunting in children. Our findings guide the design of tailored interventions for preventing stunting in Indonesian families and global communities.","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142252104","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Impact of Social Determinants of Health and Acculturation on Quality of Life in Older Chinese American Adults With Chronic Pain: A Quantitative Study","authors":"Chi Lam, Norma Cuellar","doi":"10.1177/10436596241277129","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10436596241277129","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction:As of 2019, the United States houses 5.3 million Chinese Americans (CA), with 689,000 being older adults. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationships between social determinants of health (SDOH) and acculturation on quality of life in CA older adults, an underresearched area.Methods:Using a quantitative correlational descriptive design, CA older adults ( n = 110) in NYC with chronic pain were examined. Data were collected by utilizing the PRAPARE Screening Tool, Asian American Acculturation Scale, and SF-12 Questionnaire.Results:Regression revealed a negative correlation between SDOH and quality of life ( p = .001). The acculturation’s impact was nonsignificant ( p = .647).Discussion:While SDOH significantly impacted the quality of life, acculturation did not significantly predict the quality of life for older Chinese American adults with chronic pain. Further research is warranted to explore the nuanced dynamics between acculturation, SDOH, and quality of life in this population.","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142252102","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Oluwatoyin Olukotun, Hanan Abusbaitan, Mary O Hearst, Anna Pirsch, Sarah J Hoffman, Lauren Martin, Jennifer Jo Connor, Comfort Tosin Adebayo, Anwar Eyadat, Anne Dressel, Nasra Giama, Barbara J McMorris, Shukri Adams, Kaboni W Gondwe, Alexa A Lopez, Maria Graf, Hussen Mekonnen, Sisay Bekele Mersha, Ayalneh Demissie Ashenafi, Lucy Mkandawire-Valhmu
{"title":"Gender-Based Violence in the Lives of Somali Women With Refugee Status: A Framework for Analysis and Action.","authors":"Oluwatoyin Olukotun, Hanan Abusbaitan, Mary O Hearst, Anna Pirsch, Sarah J Hoffman, Lauren Martin, Jennifer Jo Connor, Comfort Tosin Adebayo, Anwar Eyadat, Anne Dressel, Nasra Giama, Barbara J McMorris, Shukri Adams, Kaboni W Gondwe, Alexa A Lopez, Maria Graf, Hussen Mekonnen, Sisay Bekele Mersha, Ayalneh Demissie Ashenafi, Lucy Mkandawire-Valhmu","doi":"10.1177/10436596241274121","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10436596241274121","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Gender-based violence (GBV) poses a significant threat to women with refugee status.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>Following our analysis based on a previously published scoping review, we introduce a conceptual framework based on postcolonial feminist theory to inform research, policy, and practice that addresses the unique risk factors faced by Somali women with refugee status experiencing GBV and encountering barriers to care.</p><p><strong>Result: </strong>The framework synthesizes existing literature, incorporates findings from previous work with Somali women, and emphasizes the importance of understanding structural and sociocultural factors influencing help-seeking.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>By developing women-centered interventions, health care and social service institutions can play a pivotal role in addressing GBV for Somali women with refugee status.</p>","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-09-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142156491","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Asri, Wen-Li Hou, Ratna Puji Priyanti, Mundakir, Bih-O Lee
{"title":"Experiences of Male Indonesian Migrant Workers During the COVID-19 Pandemic to Post-Pandemic Period in Taiwan: A Phenomenological Study.","authors":"Asri, Wen-Li Hou, Ratna Puji Priyanti, Mundakir, Bih-O Lee","doi":"10.1177/10436596241274353","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10436596241274353","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>The challenges faced by male migrant workers during the pandemic have not been fully understood. This study aimed to explore the experiences of male Indonesian migrant workers during the COVID-19 pandemic in Taiwan.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>This study used an interpretive phenomenological design. Twenty male Indonesian migrant workers in southern Taiwan were individually interviewed. Data were analyzed using reflective thematic analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The migrant workers had conflicting emotions during the pandemic, faced challenges during self-quarantine, lived on board ships, and experienced restrictions on social and religious activities. The workers prioritized maintaining their health to ensure that they would not be easily infected while working. COVID-19 vaccines were made available to migrant workers in Taiwan. The workers had many hopes that they would achieve a better and more prosperous life by working in Taiwan than in their home country.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>Although the 3-year COVID-19 period was difficult for Indonesian migrant workers in Taiwan, Taiwan's policies provided hope for them to endure the pandemic. The results have implications for Taiwan's health care system, labor development, and transcultural health care.</p>","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-09-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142156490","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Social Determinants of Health Inequities for Older LGBT Adults: A Scoping Review.","authors":"Werayuth Srithumsuk, Onouma Thummapol, Patraporn Bhatarasakoon","doi":"10.1177/10436596241253866","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10436596241253866","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Despite the research on a health-disparate population, less is known about the social determinants of health (SDOH) inequities among older lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) adults. This scoping review aimed to explore and summarize what is known in the literature regarding the SDOH among older LGBT adults.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The Joanna Briggs Institute's (JBI) approach guided this scoping review, which examined 31 articles that included quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method studies. Data were analyzed by three independent reviewers through a predesigned process of data charting, descriptive summary, and thematic analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Older participants were primarily LGBT and LGB. The findings identified four intersecting dimensions of individuals, social, economic, and health care system, contributing to health inequities and poor health outcomes.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Given the importance of SDOH for older LGBT adults, stakeholders including health care providers need to better understand the multiple intersecting influences, provide culturally congruent health care, and integrate sources of support into the care of these sexual- and gender-minority older adults.</p>","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141066430","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Schola N Matovu, Melissa Watt, Heather M Young, Noeline Nakasujja, Lee Ellington
{"title":"Using Grounded Theory to Develop a Substantive Theory for Grandparent-Caregiving in Uganda: The GRACE Model.","authors":"Schola N Matovu, Melissa Watt, Heather M Young, Noeline Nakasujja, Lee Ellington","doi":"10.1177/10436596241253862","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10436596241253862","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Few studies have focused on developing theories to explain caregiving as performed by grandparents who provide care for their grandchildren in any setting. Theory development that is grounded in the experiences and cultural context of those being studied is needed to inform research, subsequent care, and overall well-being, especially of populations that are understudied.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This manuscript was informed by Constructivist Grounded Theory, semi-structured in-depth and individual interviews. Also, three methodological phases were followed: (a) concurrent data collection and analysis procedures, (b) developing categories and relationships among them, and (c) defining the core category and building the substantive theory.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The methodological steps involved in generating a substantive theory, the GRAndparent-CarEgiving (GRACE) model, are reported.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>Research, and subsequently the well-being and health care of grandparent-caregivers, needs to be informed by culturally congruent theories that are founded in the experiences and cultural context of the individuals being investigated.</p>","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141155732","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Hülya Türkmen, Nazan Tuna Oran, Serpil Gürol, Kübra Aydın İnce
{"title":"Postpartum Excessive Social Support Scale: A Scale Development and Psychometric Testing Study.","authors":"Hülya Türkmen, Nazan Tuna Oran, Serpil Gürol, Kübra Aydın İnce","doi":"10.1177/10436596241259198","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10436596241259198","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>In Turkey and other collectivist cultures, child-rearing is a communal effort provided by multiple family members, especially female relatives such as mothers-in-law, aunts, and sisters. Environments with excessively controlling social factors can adversely affect their maternal roles. This study was conducted to develop a measurement tool for determining postpartum excessive social support.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This is a scale development and psychometric evaluation study. In the study, a draft of the Postpartum Excessive Social Support Scale (PESSS) was created, subsequently submitted to expert opinion, and administered to mothers in the postpartum period of 1 to 6 weeks online between March and December 2023 (<i>n</i> = 440). A factor analysis (including explanatory factor analysis [EFA] and confirmatory factor analysis) was conducted to determine the construct validity of the scale, while Cronbach's alpha was examined to establish its reliability. Response bias (Hotelling <i>T</i><sup>2</sup>) and additivity (Tukey's test of additivity) of the scale were also determined in the study.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>For the content validity of the scale, 10 experts from the field of midwifery were consulted (content validity index [CVI] = 0.80). As a result of the EFA, Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin value was found as 0.916. Through factor analysis using the direct oblimin rotation technique, a four-factor structure was identified for the scale, explaining 64.197% of the total variance (social pressure, effect of environmental factors on paternal role, effect of environmental factors on maternal role, and barriers in mother-infant interaction). The internal reliability coefficient of the scale was highly reliable (Cronbach's alpha = 0.936). There was no response bias in the scale (Hotelling's <i>T</i><sup>2</sup> = 433.558, <i>p</i> < .001) and it was additive (Tukey's Non-additivity = 0.000, <i>p</i> < .001).</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>The PESSS is a 20-item scale measuring excessive social support between 1 and 6 weeks postpartum. The PESSS serves as a guiding tool for health care professionals to identify excessive environmental pressure hindering mothers' maternal role and to provide care accordingly. In this context, health care professionals can readily utilize the PESSS in routine postpartum assessments for mothers.</p>","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141318785","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sandra P Morgan, Maria Moreno, Danielle Abukhalaf, Kailei Yan, Chawisa Dandamrongrak, Hailey Morgan, Usha Menon, Laura Szalacha
{"title":"Subjective Experiences of Spanish-Speaking Patients Residing in the United States With Low English Proficiency Learning to Manage Their Diabetes: A Qualitative Study.","authors":"Sandra P Morgan, Maria Moreno, Danielle Abukhalaf, Kailei Yan, Chawisa Dandamrongrak, Hailey Morgan, Usha Menon, Laura Szalacha","doi":"10.1177/10436596241253865","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10436596241253865","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Language discordance is a known barrier to diabetes care in patients with type 2 diabetes. This study aimed to better understand the subjective experiences of a group of Spanish-speaking study participants with low English proficiency who were learning to manage their diabetes using a language-concordant health coaching intervention.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>This qualitative exploratory study used structured interview data to understand subjective experiences among participants. Thematic content analysis was conducted from a subset of health coaching phone transcripts (<i>n</i> = 17) performed during a language-concordant health coaching intervention study.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Among the 17 participants included in the study, even with language-concordant coaching, participants had challenges in managing their diabetes care. Participants described internal and external factors, such as socioeconomic instability, that complicated their behavior changes and self-management abilities.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>A health coaching intervention in patients with low English proficiency can help to improve health outcomes. Findings from this study can guide the development of health care services and the management of chronic diseases in diverse populations.</p>","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140960401","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Maisaa Al-Bkerat, Diane C Martins, Donna Schwartz-Barcott
{"title":"Nutritional Beliefs and Practices of Arabic-Speaking Middle Eastern Mothers Living in the United States.","authors":"Maisaa Al-Bkerat, Diane C Martins, Donna Schwartz-Barcott","doi":"10.1177/10436596241253873","DOIUrl":"10.1177/10436596241253873","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Culture and acculturation influence nutritional beliefs. Little is known about the Arabic population in the United States. In this study, Arabic-speaking Middle Eastern mothers' perceptions of motherhood and childhood nutritional beliefs and practices are explored.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>Semi-structured interviews with 12 mothers from Arabic-speaking Middle Eastern countries.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Food and family are central to everyday life. Mothers worked hard to maintain traditional nutritional practices with their school-age children.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>Findings can enhance school nurses' ability to collaborate with mothers in nutritional education and address any issues in the classroom.</p>","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141072106","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}