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Full-Text Articles in Race and Ethnicity
The Development Of Racial Identity Among Multiracial Adults, Andrea Louran Bales
The Development Of Racial Identity Among Multiracial Adults, Andrea Louran Bales
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the identity development process among multiracial and biracial adults. This project analyzed the gaps in the current theoretical models of identity development and explored the racial development process for multiracial individuals, as well as how the current identity development process fails to include individuals from multiracial backgrounds. This research can provide social work professionals and others with additional background knowledge and techniques to work with this special population, so clients are not subject to further oppression. For this study, ten individuals that identify as coming from multiple ethnic descents were selected to …
Technology Use In Coachella Valley: A Report On Development Of A Community Through Technology Use, Shohreh Esfandiari
Technology Use In Coachella Valley: A Report On Development Of A Community Through Technology Use, Shohreh Esfandiari
Theses Digitization Project
This project examines the use of technology as a vehicle for bringing training and help to migrant agricultural workers, specifically women and their children in the rural areas of Coachella Valley. The project observes use of technology by governmental and nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life style of women who are among the poorest social class in rural United States. To gather the needed data for this project, two primary methods of collection were used: participant observant and interview surveys. In this project the groups, organizations and their members were used as the principal participant/respondents.
An Insight Into The Hispanic Immigrant Experience, Maria Guadalupe Venegas
An Insight Into The Hispanic Immigrant Experience, Maria Guadalupe Venegas
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between Hispanics and their levels of acculturation. This study was carried out using the Post Positivism paradigm. It is hoped that this study helps social work professionals as well as other professionals who work with this population to devleop empathy and understanding of the sacrifices made by this population.
Hispanic Attitudes Towards Adoption, Adriana Ventura-Ramirez
Hispanic Attitudes Towards Adoption, Adriana Ventura-Ramirez
Theses Digitization Project
This study was conducted to assess what factors influence Hispanic attitudes toward adoption. the study suggests that Hispanic cultural beliefs and concerns will affect decisions about adoption. Understanding these factors may facilitate adoption on Hispanic children into Hispanic families.
Acculturation And Mental Health Among Mexican Immigrant Women, Monique Diana Castaneda
Acculturation And Mental Health Among Mexican Immigrant Women, Monique Diana Castaneda
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to explore the relationships between the independent variable of acculturation and the dependent variable of mental health. The sample was drawn from a group of Mexican immigrant women residing in San Bernardino, California.
Being Accountable: Overrepresentation Of Children Of Color In The Child Welfare System, Victoria Lee Scheele, Juliana Francesca Simixhi
Being Accountable: Overrepresentation Of Children Of Color In The Child Welfare System, Victoria Lee Scheele, Juliana Francesca Simixhi
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the ethnic composition of families enrolled in Voluntary Family Services (VFS) as well as service delivery and service completion rates among the various ethnic groups utilizing these services.
Health Literacy And Treatment Adherence Among Latinos With End Stage Renal Disease, Marielena Michel
Health Literacy And Treatment Adherence Among Latinos With End Stage Renal Disease, Marielena Michel
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine health literacy and treatment adherence among Latinos with end stage renal disease. Health literacy has been overlooked as one of the factors that affects one's ability to comply with the physician's prescribed medical treatment.
Social Workers' Views About Disproportionality Among African American Children In Child Welfare, Hortense Granderson
Social Workers' Views About Disproportionality Among African American Children In Child Welfare, Hortense Granderson
Theses Digitization Project
This study explored social workers' views (attitudes and perceptions) on reasons and causes for disproportionality among African American children in the child welfare system. This study contributed to social work practice, policy, and research because it is the first study of its kind for Riverside County where information is readily available to understand the reasons and causes for disproportionality among these children according to social workers.
Obstacles And Aspirations Amongst Hispanics And African Americans In Pursuing A College Education, Monica Avina
Obstacles And Aspirations Amongst Hispanics And African Americans In Pursuing A College Education, Monica Avina
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to identify the obstacles faced by African American and Hispanic students as well as the motivations that help them thrive in today's society through a college education. This is important for social workers who work with ethnic minorities because by learning about ways in which these two groups are still being oppressed, they can find ways of empowering them to overcome barriers to accessing higher education. 85 students from Hispanic and African American descent at California State University San Bernardino were surveyed.
Down Syndrome: Parental Strategies For Stress Among Cultures, Claudia Edith Campos, Lizbeth Anahi Corrales
Down Syndrome: Parental Strategies For Stress Among Cultures, Claudia Edith Campos, Lizbeth Anahi Corrales
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this research was to examine the perceptions of parents of different cultures on how to cope with stress in relation to caring for a child with Down syndrome. This study targeted parents that attend Down Syndrome Association of Los Angeles (DSALA) support groups. DSALA has support groups all over Los Angeles, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. The sample of participants consisted of nine Caucasian, eight Latino, and three multiethnic mothers for a total of twenty.
Perceptions Of Social Services Among Immigrants, Javier MartíN Panameno, Carlos Morales
Perceptions Of Social Services Among Immigrants, Javier MartíN Panameno, Carlos Morales
Theses Digitization Project
This project focused on immigrants' perceptions of social services and social workers. The study employed the post positivist paradigm. The project was conducted with legal and illegal immigrants who received services at Bilingual Family Counseling Service in the city of Ontario, CA. The study found that the immigrants' perceptions about social service agencies and social workers were multi-determined by at least three elements: knowledge, experiences, and attitudes. The dynamic interaction between experiences and attitudes shaped the immigrants' perceptions. Most of the respondents had a positive attitude toward social workers and social services agencies.
High School Hispanic Dropouts: Beliefs And Attitudes Among Hispanic Parents, Karina Elizabeth Miranda, Vanessa R. Zambrano
High School Hispanic Dropouts: Beliefs And Attitudes Among Hispanic Parents, Karina Elizabeth Miranda, Vanessa R. Zambrano
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to examine Hispanic parent's beliefs and attitudes about high school Hispanic drop out rates. This study was conducted to better understand the factors that Hispanic parents believe lead to school dropout as well as prevention.
The Disproportionate Representation Of Blacks In The Child Welfare System Of The County Of Los Angeles And Decision-Making Practices Of Child Welfare Workers, Flora Mae Jones
Theses Digitization Project
The focus of this study is the significant and widespread overrepresentation of blacks in the child welfare system. The study specifically addresses the issue in the context of its association with decision-making practice of child welfare workers in the County of Los Angeles.
Intimate Partner Violence Among Latina Women: In Their Own Words, Sarah Anne Yeung, Yvonne Leticia Quesada
Intimate Partner Violence Among Latina Women: In Their Own Words, Sarah Anne Yeung, Yvonne Leticia Quesada
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to develop a deeper understanding of the experiences of Latina women in Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) relationships. Young Women's Christian Association-Women In Need Growing Stronger (YWCA-WINGS) is a program in Los Angeles County that works with victims and survivors of IPV.
Parenting The Second Time Around: Voices From The Hispanic Community On Raising Their Grandchilden, Kellene Marie Lambert, Deborah Ann Price
Parenting The Second Time Around: Voices From The Hispanic Community On Raising Their Grandchilden, Kellene Marie Lambert, Deborah Ann Price
Theses Digitization Project
This study explores the experiences of Hispanic grandmothers who are parenting a second time around. This study looked at the strengths, needs, services, within their kinship arrangements. Child welfare workers could gain an in-depth understanding in cultural context that could influence their practice and service delivery.
Disproportion Of African American Children In Child Welfare System Crisis, Pamela Janice Jones
Disproportion Of African American Children In Child Welfare System Crisis, Pamela Janice Jones
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to determine if the use of the Structured Decision-Making (SDM) tool affects the disproportion of African American children accounted for in Riverside County Child Welfare System.
Spirituality In The Daily Lives Of African American Women, Denise Estell Holmes
Spirituality In The Daily Lives Of African American Women, Denise Estell Holmes
Theses Digitization Project
This research study was exploratory in nature and used a qualitative approach to learn firsthand from the intimate, personal and subjective experiences of African American women about the importance of spirituality and religiosity in their everyday lives.
Factors That Contribute To The Reluctance Of Mental Health Treatment Seeking Among African Americans, Natalie Nicole Majors-Stewart
Factors That Contribute To The Reluctance Of Mental Health Treatment Seeking Among African Americans, Natalie Nicole Majors-Stewart
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to perform an in depth examination of the major factors that increase the reluctance among African Americans to seek mental health treatment.
An Argument For Reparations For Native Americans And Black Americans, Yesenia Isela Mejia-Hudson
An Argument For Reparations For Native Americans And Black Americans, Yesenia Isela Mejia-Hudson
Theses Digitization Project
This paper explores the issue of reparation and how institutionalized racism in the United States has influenced the outcome for the following ethnic groups - Japanese Americans, Black Americans and Native Americans.
The Correlation Between Social Support, Socioeconomic Status And Psychological Well-Being Among Hispanic Adolescent Females, Xochitl Margarita Alvarez, Marcela Mercado
The Correlation Between Social Support, Socioeconomic Status And Psychological Well-Being Among Hispanic Adolescent Females, Xochitl Margarita Alvarez, Marcela Mercado
Theses Digitization Project
The specific purpose of this study was to explore the correlation between social support, socioeconomic status and psychological well-being among Hispanic adolescent females. In examining these specific variables, the researchers obtained a clearer picture as to the predictors that influence Hispanic adolescent female's psychological well-being.
Views From The Center: Middle-Class White Men And Perspectives On Social Privilege, Sandra Jane Cross
Views From The Center: Middle-Class White Men And Perspectives On Social Privilege, Sandra Jane Cross
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to provide a space in which white, middle-class men could consider and discuss their identity and its relationship to privilege. Transcripts from focus group number three is included in the thesis' appendix.
Overrepresentation Of African Americans In The Child Welfare System: Differential Treatment In Risk Assessment By Public Child Welfare Workers, Rebecca Sheree Owens, Courtney Marques Roushion
Overrepresentation Of African Americans In The Child Welfare System: Differential Treatment In Risk Assessment By Public Child Welfare Workers, Rebecca Sheree Owens, Courtney Marques Roushion
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to identify salient factors contributing to the overrepresentation of African Americans in the child welfare system. This study seeks to examine whether or not public child welfare workers are biased in their assessments of African Americans, and if years of experience influence their judgment. By understanding some of the salient factors that contribute to these disproportionate numbers, Child Welfare Services can begin to revamp their programs and services to ensure that they are more culturally sensitive and equitable.
African American Caregiver Burden: Stress Factors And Utilization Of Services, Lorna Jean Levias
African American Caregiver Burden: Stress Factors And Utilization Of Services, Lorna Jean Levias
Theses Digitization Project
The project attempted to understand what factors create the highest levels of stress for African-American caregivers. Quantitative data was gathered from a self-administered questionnaire given to caregivers that attend Inland Caregiver Resource Center and take their loved ones to a Davita Dialysis center in the Riverside area. Participants were asked to complete the Caregiver Burden Scale (CBS) and additional questions regarding demographics and community services known and used by the caregiver. The findings indicated that the age of the patient receiving care and the lack of attendance at any type of support group were the two elements which markedly contributed …
Cultural Beliefs And Attitudes Among Latinos With End Stage Renal Disease, Guillermina Robles-Burgos, Ada Ocasio-PaŕE
Cultural Beliefs And Attitudes Among Latinos With End Stage Renal Disease, Guillermina Robles-Burgos, Ada Ocasio-PaŕE
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to provide a quantitative analysis of beliefs and attitudes among Latinos who are diagnosed with end stage renal disease. This study explored the common attitudes and beliefs of this population, which may be both beneficial and harmful in their medical care.
The Effects Of Acculturative Stress On Marital Adjustment Among African Immigrants, Colleen Nomsa Chali
The Effects Of Acculturative Stress On Marital Adjustment Among African Immigrants, Colleen Nomsa Chali
Theses Digitization Project
This quantitative exploratory cross-sectional study collected data through self-administered questionnaires given to 60 African immigrants living in the Inland Empire and Los Angeles area to examine the effects of acculturative stress on marital adjustment.
The Role Of Religious Beliefs And Practices In The Lives Of African American Family Caregivers, Lisa Renee Hebert
The Role Of Religious Beliefs And Practices In The Lives Of African American Family Caregivers, Lisa Renee Hebert
Theses Digitization Project
Examines whether religious beliefs or practices have a positive or negative influence on the perceived level of stress and coping ability of African American family care providers. Through interviews with three African American females who are caregivers for spouses diagnosed with adult onset brain disorder it was revealed that all caregivers felt their spirituality and/or religious practices shaped how they approached providing care. Religious practices and spirituality affected how they felt about providing care for their spouses and how they dealt with difficult challenges.
An Effective Science Education Program Can Be A Deterrent To The Drop Out Of Hispanic Females, Sally Anne Field
An Effective Science Education Program Can Be A Deterrent To The Drop Out Of Hispanic Females, Sally Anne Field
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to look at parallel factors between the Hispanic female dropout rate and possible resiliency methods such as retention through inquiry based science education. This type of educational program might provide insight into the many educational possibilities that are open to Hispanic females.
Cultural Competence Needs Of Non-Latino Foster Parents: A Study Of Transcultural Foster Care With Latino Children, Myriam Renee Aguilar, Amanda Nicole Robles
Cultural Competence Needs Of Non-Latino Foster Parents: A Study Of Transcultural Foster Care With Latino Children, Myriam Renee Aguilar, Amanda Nicole Robles
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study seeks to assess the cultural competency training needs of non-Latino caregivers who have Latino children in their homes.
Korean Americans And Barriers To The Use Of Mental Health Services, Kimberly Joy Steiner
Korean Americans And Barriers To The Use Of Mental Health Services, Kimberly Joy Steiner
Theses Digitization Project
Based on data concerning Korean Americans affected by mental health problems, it is apparent that current methods of providing mental health services are not adequate. The purpose of this study was to examine the perceptions of various mental disorders and barriers keeping Korean Americans from utilizing mental health services.
The Effects Of Mexican Americans, Chicanos Parental Involvement On Schooling, Maria Guadalupe Ramirez
The Effects Of Mexican Americans, Chicanos Parental Involvement On Schooling, Maria Guadalupe Ramirez
Theses Digitization Project
This project examines the impact factors such as parent involvement and teacher support have on Mexican American students' decisions about higher education.