Hybrid journal (It can contain Open Access articles) ISSN (Print) 0360-7283 - ISSN (Online) 1545-6854 Published by Oxford University Press[406 journals]
Authors:Cheng T Lo C. Pages: 87 - 94 Abstract: This study examined associations between experiencing physical violence and stalking perpetrated by an intimate partner, and the number of health problems women reported. The sample of 2,626 women who survived intimate partner violence (IPV) was extracted from the National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey 2010. Results showed associations between greater number of health problems and the following seven factors: injury, fear, poor mental health, advanced age, less education, lower income, and marriage; no association was found between number of health problems and number of incidents of physical violence, stalking, or both (in preceding year). The results imply that IPV has long-term adverse impacts on women’s physical health. PubDate: Sat, 23 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT DOI: 10.1093/hsw/hlz003 Issue No:Vol. 44, No. 2 (2019)
Authors:Easton S; Roh S, Kong J, et al. Pages: 95 - 103 Abstract: The present study investigated distal and proximal factors associated with depression among a sample of 479 American Indian (AI) adults in the Midwest. Distal factors included histories of childhood sexual abuse (CSA) and other childhood adversities. Proximal factors included levels of health self-efficacy and treatment for alcohol problems. The study also examined the moderating effect of treatment for alcohol problems on the relationship between CSA and depression. In model 1, results indicate that CSA was positively related to depression after controlling for demographic and background variables. In model 2, childhood adversities and treatment for alcohol problems were associated with increased depression in AI adults; CSA became nonsignificant. As a protective factor, level of health self-efficacy was negatively associated with depression. In model 3, treatment for alcohol problems magnified the effect of CSA on depression. These findings suggest that early traumatic experiences may have persistent, harmful effects on depression among AIs; one mechanism exacerbating the impact of CSA on depression is treatment for alcohol problems. Targeted interventions are needed to mitigate the long-term negative health effects of childhood trauma in this population and to strengthen proximal protective factors, such as health self-efficacy. PubDate: Wed, 27 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT DOI: 10.1093/hsw/hlz005 Issue No:Vol. 44, No. 2 (2019)
Authors:Martinez O; Lopez N, Woodard T, et al. Pages: 104 - 112 Abstract: Individuals of transgender experience (ITE) in the United States face an elevated risk of HIV infection. Several conditions have been attributed to the high HIV incidence and prevalence within this group, including experiences of discrimination, unemployment, incarceration, stigma, and elevated rates of sexual risk and substance use. In response to these needs, the Gay and Lesbian Latino AIDS Education Initiative and Prevention Point Philadelphia, two local community-based organizations in Philadelphia, developed the Transhealth Information Project (TIP). TIP is a peer-led six-session hybrid individual- and group-based intervention emphasizing leadership, social and structural interventions, and HIV risk reduction that incorporates other evidence-based practices for HIV prevention and care. Since 2003, TIP has served over 1,500 ITE and linked them to HIV prevention and care services. TIP has an established record of reaching ITE and linking them to HIV prevention services and HIV primary care. TIP’s utilization speaks to the need for interventions to respond to the complex, interacting syndemic factors that cumulatively determine HIV vulnerability among ITE. PubDate: Mon, 11 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT DOI: 10.1093/hsw/hlz008 Issue No:Vol. 44, No. 2 (2019)
Authors:Moore M; Conrick K, Reddy A, et al. Pages: 113 - 122 Abstract: The perspective of homeless adults on their health care service utilization is not well studied. This article describes a study that used in-depth, semistructured interviews with 18 individuals to highlight the viewpoints of homeless people who are frequent users of the emergency department (ED) about the influence of life events on service utilization. Participants reported high levels of pain and comorbid psychiatric, substance use, and medical conditions. They also reported an identifiable pattern of health care utilization, often centered on a crisis event, influenced by high perceived medical needs, inability to cope after crisis, predisposing vulnerability from social determinants of health, and health care system factors. A social work case management intervention often led to a period of stability and use of ED alternatives. Modifiable targets for intervention at the health care system and local levels include improving trust and convenience of ED alternatives, enhancing consistency of care at ED-alternative sites, and educating those at risk of frequent ED use about community alternatives. PubDate: Mon, 11 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT DOI: 10.1093/hsw/hlz010 Issue No:Vol. 44, No. 2 (2019)
Authors:Galbreath M. Pages: 133 - 136 Abstract: Strategies for Work with Involuntary Clients (3rd ed.). RooneyRonald H and MirickRebecca G (Editors). New York: Columbia University Press, 2018, 640 pages. ISBN: 9780231182676. $50 paperback. PubDate: Sat, 23 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT DOI: 10.1093/hsw/hlz004 Issue No:Vol. 44, No. 2 (2019)
Authors:Hodge D; Reynolds C. Pages: 75 - 86 Abstract: This study examined the relationship between eight dimensions of spirituality (and religion) and people with four different types of disability status: hearing, vision, physical mobility, and emotional or mental disabilities. The overarching aim was to identify specific spiritual–religious profiles within each disability population relative to the general population. To conduct this cross-sectional examination, the authors used nationally representative data from the General Social Survey in the United States. The results reveal unique spiritual and religious profiles across the four types of disability status examined, although people with emotional or mental disabilities may have the most distinct profile. Compared with their counterparts among the general public, people with hearing, physical, and emotional disabilities were more likely to report praying several times a day; people with all four types of disability were more likely to report having a turning point when they became less committed to religion. Understanding which spiritual and religious dimensions are disproportionately more likely to exist among a given population with a particular disability helps practitioners provide more effective services to members of that group. PubDate: Sat, 15 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT DOI: 10.1093/hsw/hly035 Issue No:Vol. 44, No. 2 (2018)
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