A Comparative Evaluation of the Perceptions of Health of Elders of Different Multicultural Backgrounds

Hakim, Helene; Wegmann, Deborrah J.

doi:10.1207/s15327655jchn1903_04

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“…A number of potential, specific mechanisms have been implicated in this respect. One possibility is that individuals from different ethnic groups may take different dimensions of health into account when rating their health (Hakim & Wegmann, 2002;Krause & Jay, 1994). For instance, a qualitative study comparing African Americans', Hispanic Americans', and Caucasian Americans' thoughts when rating their health showed that although Caucasians were thinking about general physical functioning, African Americans and Hispanics were more likely to consider health problems (Krause & Jay, 1994).…”

Section: Ethnic Background and Self-rated Healthmentioning

confidence: 99%

Ethnic Differences in Self-Rated Health Among Older Adults

2007

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The objectives of this study were to examine whether self-rated health differs among older adults of different ethnic backgrounds and to explore what factors may account for potential differences. The study was based on the 1983 and 1996 waves of the Aging in Manitoba study. A self-report measure of ethnic background was used to categorize participants into four groups: British/Canadian, Northern/Central European, Eastern European, and Other. In both 1983 and 1996, older Eastern European adults had significantly reduced odds of rating their health as good or excellent relative to British/Canadian adults. Controlling for demographic variables, socioeconomic status, language spoken, and health status attenuated but did not eliminate the difference. Global, subjective ratings of health are frequently used to measure health. The ethnic differences found here suggest, however, that ratings may be influenced by cultural factors, which may warrant some caution in making comparisons across ethnic groups.

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Section: Ethnic Background and Self-rated Healthmentioning

confidence: 99%

Ethnic Differences in Self-Rated Health Among Older Adults

2007

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“…[20] The health care provider must also recognize that food preferences, environmental factors like sanitation, habits, and educational-behavioral practices influence individuals' perceptions of health and illness. The most important, according to Hakim and Wegman, [21] is the "client's perception of health, since this perception drives the client's response to care" (p. 162).…”

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“…[18,19] Filipinos believe that evil spirits can cause an individual to be sick. As reported in Traditional Filipino Health Practices, [21] the evil spirit ("manga ga mud") may cast a spell on a disliked person by obtaining personal items such as a piece of cloth, a piece of hair, pictures, or a piece of jewelry. Food poisoning is also believed to be the doings of the evil spirits.…”

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Perception of health and health practices of five Filipino elders

Bonuel¹

2017

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It is projected that the United States will not have a single racial or ethnic majority by 2055. Health care providers need to be aware and knowledgeable of other cultures in order to deliver culturally competent care. Equally important is for health care providers to recognize their own biases and to identify and respect differences when delivering care. It is important to know the health and health beliefs of other cultures to effectively provide quality of care. This descriptive exploratory study using fieldwork was focused on the perceptions on health, being healthy, and health practices of 5 Filipino Elders. Elders were asked 7 focused, descriptive questions through interviews about health, being healthy, and health practices in their home to elicit information on the use of traditional remedies, health habits, illness practices, and resources for assistance and health information. Common themes revealed that elders’ view of a healthy person is a state of balance between physical and mental well-being. Physical appearances and mobility were part of their perception of health. Elder’s perception of an unhealthy person were poor emotional outlook, immobility, and nutritional deficiency.

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“…Scholars have identified many of the pervasive health and disability related disparities that exist within the LGBT community (e.g., Fredriksen-Goldsen et al, 2012; Fredriksen-Goldsen, Emlet, et al, 2013; Lick et al, 2013), however they have not yet adequately addressed some of the psychosocial experiences of LGBTPWD. If cultural belief systems have the potential to influence how one attributes meaning to their own understanding of subjective health (Hakim & Wegmann, 2002), it is imperative that rehabilitation scholars and practitioners understand how socially diverse groups perceive and construct their own characterizations of health. Understanding the conceptual features of health from an emic worldview perspective (i.e., within a specific cultural group) could help scholars and practitioners enhance their cultural competencies with LGBTPWD (Sue & Sue, 2008).…”

Section: Current Studymentioning

confidence: 99%