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Perceptions Of Obese African American Women Regarding Altering Traditional Soul Food Preparation, Patricia A. Young
Perceptions Of Obese African American Women Regarding Altering Traditional Soul Food Preparation, Patricia A. Young
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
The obesity epidemic continues to be a major concern in the United States. The World Health Organization reported that 1.4 billion adults were either obese or overweight. African American (AA) women have the highest incidence of obesity worldwide. The obesity rate among AAs has continued to rise over the past 2 decades. The problem is that AA women prepare and consume high caloric foods that contribute to obesity. This qualitative descriptive study explored the perceptions that obese AA women have about altering how they prepare soul food to make it a healthier soul food. The empowerment model and the health …
The Experiences And Perceptions Of African American Women Who Reside In Nursing Homes, Lakeisha De Lon Riley
The Experiences And Perceptions Of African American Women Who Reside In Nursing Homes, Lakeisha De Lon Riley
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
The purpose of this qualitative case study was to examine the experiences and perceptions of African American women who reside in a nursing home and to understand African American women's decisions for admitting to the facility. Social Learning Theory was applied to answer the question of how African American women's experiences and perceptions toward long-term care influence healthcare decisions and admission to a nursing home. Eleven participants interviewed in the study were at least 60 years old, admitted into the facility within the past two years and who had not previously resided in a nursing home. Yin's five step approach …