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	Untitled posted to thesis by holisticB on 2009-12-23 15:19:13 Copy My Attachments My Copy
	Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Hypertension Complementary Health Practice Review, Vol. 6, No. 1. (1 October 2000), pp. 11-19. by Mary G. Warner posted to thesis by holisticB on 2009-12-23 14:45:47 Abstract Copy My Attachments My Copy Abstract 10.1177/153321010000600103 ...
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	Developing a Church-Based Diabetes Prevention Program With African Americans: Focus Group Findings The Diabetes Educator, Vol. 32, No. 6. (1 November 2006), pp. 901-909. by John M. Boltri, Monique Davis-Smith, Luis E. Zayas, et al.Sylvia Shellenberger, J. Paul Seale, Travis W. Blalock, Ada Mbadinuju posted to thesis by holisticB on 2009-12-23 05:09:04 along with 1 person and 1 group aldiouma Peace Care Abstract Copy My Attachments My Copy Abstract Purpose The purpose of this study was to use a community-based participatory research (CBPR) approach to identify resources and barriers to implementing a church-based diabetes prevention program (DPP) in a rural African American church community in Georgia. Methods In collaboration with community leaders, researchers conducted 4 focus groups with 22 key informants to discuss their understanding of diabetes and identify key resources and barriers to implementing a DPP in the church. Three researchers analyzed and coded transcripts following ...
	Coping Styles, Well-Being, and Self-Care Behaviors Among African Americans With Type 2 Diabetes The Diabetes Educator, Vol. 34, No. 3. (1 May 2008), pp. 501-510. by Carmen D. Samuel-Hodge, Daphne C. Watkins, Kyrel L. Rowell, Elizabeth G. Hooten posted to thesis by holisticB on 2009-12-23 04:24:32 Abstract Copy My Attachments My Copy Abstract Purpose The purpose of this study was to describe how coping styles among African Americans with type 2 diabetes relate to diabetes appraisals, self-care behaviors, and health-related quality of life or well-being. Methods This cross-sectional analysis of baseline measures from 185 African Americans with type 2 diabetes enrolled in a church-based randomized controlled trial uses the theoretical framework of the transactional model of stress and coping to describe bivariate and multivariate associations among coping styles, psychosocial factors, self-care ...
	Culturally Tailored Intervention for Rural African Americans With Type 2 Diabetes The Diabetes Educator, Vol. 34, No. 5. (1 September 2008), pp. 854-865. by Sharon W. Utz, Ishan C. Williams, Randy Jones, et al.Ivora Hinton, Gina Alexander, Guofen Yan, Cynthia Moore, Jean Blankenship, Richard Steeves, M. Norman Oliver posted to thesis by holisticB on 2009-12-23 04:12:50 Abstract Copy My Attachments My Copy Abstract Purpose The purpose of this pilot study was to evaluate a culturally tailored intervention for rural African Americans. Social Cognitive Theory provided the framework for the study. Methods Twenty-two participants were recruited and randomly assigned to either Group or Individual diabetes self-management (DSME). Group DSME included story-telling, hands-on activities, and problem-solving exercises. Individual DSME sessions focused on goal-setting and problem-solving strategies. Sessions were offered in an accessible community center over a 10-week period. Results Outcomes included ...
	Cultural Relevancy of a Diabetes Prevention Nutrition Program for African American Women Health Promot Pract, Vol. 7, No. 1. (1 January 2006), pp. 56-67. by James H. Williams, Wendy F. Auslander, Mary de Groot, Adjoa D. Robinson, Cheryl Houston, Debra Haire-Joshu posted to thesis by holisticB on 2009-12-23 04:10:42 along with 1 person ksiek Abstract Copy My Attachments My Copy Abstract Diabetes among African American women is a pressing health concern, yet there are few evaluated culturally relevant prevention programs for this population. This article describes a case study of the Eat Well Live Well Nutrition Program, a community-based, culturally specific diabetes prevention nutrition program for African American women. The stages of change theory and principles from community organization guided the development of the program. Health education strategies, including participatory development and program delivery by peer educators, were applied to promote cultural ...
	Perceived Versus Actual Risk for Hypertension and Diabetes in the African American Community Health Promot Pract, Vol. 7, No. 1. (1 January 2006), pp. 34-46. by Garth N. Graham, Brenda Leath, Kermit Payne, et al.Maya Guendelman, Gladys Reynolds, Soo Kim, Barbara James, Donald Ware, Mildred Hunter, Audrey Burwell, Georgia Buggs posted to thesis by holisticB on 2009-12-23 04:08:32 Abstract Copy My Attachments My Copy Abstract Hypertension and diabetes mellitus are leading health concerns in the United States. Despite a disproportionate burden of both conditions among African Americans, it is estimated that 44% of diabetes cases and one quarter of hypertension cases within this population are undiagnosed. Lack of awareness of the risk of these conditions may hinder preventive efforts and the adoption of positive lifestyle changes. Based on the findings from a pilot study to develop and standardize uniform screening forms for hypertension and diabetes, this ...
	Spirituality and Self-Management of Diabetes in African Americans J Holist Nurs, Vol. 23, No. 2. (1 June 2005), pp. 230-250. by Rebecca Polzer, Margaret S. Miles posted to thesis by holisticB on 2009-12-23 03:58:38 Abstract Copy My Attachments My Copy Abstract Attention to spirituality is especially important for nurses when providing care to African Americans. Spirituality is deeply embedded in their rich cultural heritage. For many African Americans, spirituality is intertwined into all aspects of life, including beliefs about health and illness. Therefore, it is imperative that nurses understand the relationship between African American spirituality, health, and self-management of illness to provide culturally competent care to African Americans. The purpose of this article is to summarize the research literature on African American ...

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