scholarly journals Acculturation and dietary patterns among residents of Surinamese origin in the Netherlands: the HELIUS dietary pattern study

2015 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 682-692 ◽  
Author(s):  
Suzanne M Sturkenboom ◽  
Louise H Dekker ◽  
Majda Lamkaddem ◽  
Laura A Schaap ◽  
Jeanne HM de Vries ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
The Netherlands ◽  
Ethnic Minority ◽  
Dietary Patterns ◽  
Minority Groups ◽  
Host Population ◽  
Minority Population ◽  
Ethnic Minority Groups ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Acculturation Strategies ◽  
Ethnic Minority Population

AbstractObjectiveInsight into the role of acculturation in dietary patterns is important to inform the development of nutrition programmes that target ethnic minority groups. Therefore, the present study aimed to investigate how the adherence to dietary patterns within an ethnic minority population in the Netherlands varies by acculturation level compared with the host population.DesignCross-sectional study using data of the HELIUS study. Dietary patterns were assessed with an ethnic-specific FFQ. Acculturation was operationalized using unidimensional proxies (residence duration, age at migration and generation status) as well as on the basis of the bidimensional perspective, defined by four distinct acculturation strategies: assimilation, integration, separation and marginalization.SettingAmsterdam, the Netherlands.SubjectsParticipants of Dutch (n 1370) and Surinamese (n 1727) origin.ResultsThree dietary patterns were identified: (i) ‘noodle/rice dishes and white meat’ (traditional Surinamese pattern); (ii) ‘red meat, snacks and sweets’; and (iii) ‘vegetables, fruit and nuts’. Surinamese-origin respondents adhered more to the traditional Surinamese pattern than the other dietary patterns. Neither the unidimensional proxies nor the bidimensional acculturation strategies demonstrated consistent associations with dietary patterns.ConclusionsThe lack of consistent association between acculturation and dietary patterns in the present study indicates that dietary patterns are quite robust. Understanding the continued adherence to traditional dietary patterns when developing dietary interventions in ethnic minority groups is warranted.

Culturally Relevant Prevention

2007 ◽  
Vol 35 (6) ◽  
pp. 763-778 ◽  
Author(s):  
Le'Roy E. Reese ◽  
Elizabeth M. Vera
Keyword(s):  
Ethnic Minority ◽  
Minority Groups ◽  
Minority Population ◽  
Diverse Populations ◽  
Applied Psychology ◽  
Ethnic Minority Groups ◽  
Ethnic Minority Population ◽  
Individual Family ◽  
Similarities And Differences

For over a decade, there have been increasing efforts in counseling psychology and other areas of applied psychology to understand the role of culture in preventive and mental health services for ethnically, economically, and religiously diverse communities. In this Major Contribution, the authors offer examples of three prevention programs in which cultural relevance and competence were central to each program's development, implementation, and evaluation. The interventions each focus on an ethnic minority population, and they are offered in diverse settings. Participants differ in age and contexts in which they receive the intervention (e.g., individual, family, or classroom). Each article highlights similarities and differences likely in any prevention effort with diverse populations. In this introduction, the authors discuss the theoretical and empirical rationale for such interventions, as informed by literature on cultural competence and social justice, and the disproportionate health, educational, and economic disparities that poor and ethnic minority groups experience.

scholarly journals Social capital and dietary patterns in three ethnic minority groups native to Yunnan Province, Southwest China

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (8) ◽  
pp. e0256078
Author(s):  
Qiang Zhang ◽  
Zhitao Liu ◽  
Wenmin Hu ◽  
Xinguang Chen ◽  
Juanjuan Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Ethnic Minority ◽  
Dietary Patterns ◽  
Yunnan Province ◽  
Southwest China ◽  
Minority Groups ◽  
Nutrition Intervention ◽  
Principal Component Factor Analysis ◽  
Dietary Intakes ◽  
Ethnic Minority Groups

Background Few studies have focused on the influencing factors of dietary practices among ethnic minority groups in China, particularly from a social capital perspective. Methods Between May and September 2019, we conducted a cross-sectional survey among adults (n = 1,813) from three ethnic minority communities (A Chang, De Ang and Jing Po) in Yunnan Province, Southwest China. Dietary intakes during the past 12 months were measured with a 100-item Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ), and two forms of social capital (bonding and bridging) were measured using the validated Personal Social Capital Scale 16 (PSCS-16). Principal component factor analysis was used to derive dietary patterns from 20 food groups. Multivariate linear regressions were used to examine the associations between social capital and dietary patterns. Results Two distinct dietary patterns were identified: the traditional and the modern. The traditional pattern was characterized by high consumptions of tubers, poultry, rice, fruits, vegetables and low consumptions of oil and salt, whereas the modern pattern was highly correlated with egg, nut, beverage, snack and oil consumptions. After adjusted for potential confounders, the modern pattern was positively associated with bonding capital (β = 0.066; 95%CI: 0.058, 0.075) and negatively associated with bridging capital (β = -0.017; 95%CI: -0.024, -0.010). Conclusion In conclusion, an unhealthy dietary pattern was identified among the ethnic minority groups in Southwest China. The influences of people’s social connections on dietary behaviors should be considered in designing and implementing nutrition intervention programs for the population.

scholarly journals A Comparison of Excessive Drinking, Binge Drinking and Alcohol Dependence in Ethnic Minority Groups in the Netherlands: The HELIUS Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 66-76
Author(s):  
Jan G.C. van Amsterdam ◽  
Annemieke Benschop ◽  
Simone van Binnendijk ◽  
Marieke B. Snijder ◽  
Anja Lok ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
The Netherlands ◽  
Alcohol Dependence ◽  
Binge Drinking ◽  
Ethnic Minority ◽  
Minority Groups ◽  
Ethnic Minority Groups ◽  
Excessive Drinking ◽  
Helius Study

scholarly journals Perceived social support and diet quality among ethnic minority groups in Yunnan Province, Southwestern China: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Qiang Zhang ◽  
Yuan Ruan ◽  
Wenmin Hu ◽  
Juanjuan Li ◽  
Jiang Zhao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Ethnic Minority ◽  
Diet Quality ◽  
Yunnan Province ◽  
Minority Groups ◽  
Perceived Social Support ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Ethnic Minority Groups ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Excessive Intake

Abstract Background Social support is an important health determinant and may affect dietary behaviors. The purpose of this study was to examine the relations between perceived social support and the Chinese Diet Balance Index-16 (DBI-16) among ethnic minority groups in Southwest China. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted between May 2019 and August 2020 among six ethnic minority groups native to Yunnan Province (n = 3564). Perceived social support from family, friends and significant others were measured with the Multi-dimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS). Dietary data were obtained using a 100-item Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) and a lifestyle questionnaire. Lower Bound Score (LBS), Higher Bound Score (HBS) and Diet Quality Distance (DQD) which represent inadequate, excessive and unbalanced food intake respectively were calculated to measure the compliance with the recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines for Chinese 2016. Results One thousand four hundred ninety-six men and two thousand sixty-eight women were included. 51.2% of the subjects had moderate or high levels of inadequate intake; 21.3% had moderate or high levels of excessive intake; and 74.0% had moderate or high levels of unbalanced dietary intake. With potential confounders adjusted, support from family was negatively associated with inadequate intake, while support from friends was positively associated with inadequate and excessive intake. No significant associations were found between perceived social support from significant others and diet quality indicators. Conclusions An unbalanced diet is common among adults of the ethnic minority groups in Yunnan Province, Southwest China. Social support should be taken into account in designing nutrition interventions rather than focusing solely on individuals.

Suicidal ideation and suicide attempts among ethnic minority groups in England: results of a national household survey

2005 ◽  
Vol 35 (9) ◽  
pp. 1369-1377 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. J. CRAWFORD ◽  
U. NUR ◽  
K. McKENZIE ◽  
P. TYRER
Keyword(s):  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Ethnic Minority ◽  
Ethnic Groups ◽  
Attempted Suicide ◽  
Minority Groups ◽  
Suicide Attempts ◽  
Medical Attention ◽  
Ethnic Minority Groups ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional

Background. Socio-cultural factors impact on the extent of suicidal ideation and attempted suicide but the relative importance of these factors among people from different ethnic groups in Britain has not been explored. We examined the prevalence of suicidal ideation, the incidence of attempted suicide, and the extent of service utilization following attempted suicide among representative samples of White, Irish, Black Caribbean, Bangladeshi, Indian and Pakistani individuals living in England.Method. We conducted a secondary analysis of data from the EMPIRIC study, a cross-sectional survey of 4281 adults aged 16–74 years, living in private households in England.Results. Lifetime suicidal ideation was generally lower in ethnic minority groups but higher among those born in the UK than those who migrated to England as adults. Risk factors for suicidal ideation have much in common across different ethnic groups; current symptoms of mental distress being the most important. White British and Irish respondents were twice as likely to receive medical attention following attempted suicide than those from other ethnic groups.Conclusions. Services need to adapt in order to ensure that people from ethnic minorities receive appropriate psychological and medical care following attempted suicide.

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