Latina Physicians as “Essential” Workers

Contexts ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 62-64
Author(s):  
Glenda M. Flores
Keyword(s):  
Social Interactions ◽  
Cultural Competency ◽  
Southern California ◽  
Marginalized Communities ◽  
Cultural Brokers

Sociologists use the term "cultural brokers" to describe how intermediaries can ease social interactions. Despite small numbers, Latina/o doctors may be particularly important for understanding the spread of COVID-19 in Southern California. While cultural competency is critical to working with marginalized communities, it is often undervalued.

scholarly journals The digital hood: Social media use among youth in disadvantaged neighborhoods

2016 ◽  
Vol 19 (6) ◽  
pp. 950-967 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robin Stevens ◽  
Stacia Gilliard-Matthews ◽  
Jamie Dunaev ◽  
Marcus K Woods ◽  
Bridgette M Brawner
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Social Interactions ◽  
Standpoint Theory ◽  
Social Worlds ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Specific Knowledge ◽  
Social Phenomena ◽  
Marginalized Communities ◽  
Disadvantaged Neighborhoods

This study examines the role of social media in the lives of youth living in disadvantaged neighborhoods. Feminist Standpoint Theory, which privileges the voices of marginalized communities in understanding social phenomena, suggests that youth at the margins have specific knowledge that helps us understand social media more broadly. We conducted semi-structured interviews with 30 females and 30 males aged 13–24 years about their social worlds and neighborhoods, both online and offline. The findings reveal a dynamic and somewhat concerning interplay between the geographic neighborhood and the digital neighborhood, whereby negative social interactions in the geographic neighborhood are reproduced and amplified on social media.

scholarly journals Strategies for Teaching English Abroad: The Immersion Classroom

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 123
Author(s):  
Ishrat Suri
Keyword(s):  
Social Interactions ◽  
Cultural Competency ◽  
English Language ◽  
English Language Development ◽  
Language Immersion ◽  
Immersion Programs ◽  
Daunting Challenge ◽  
Immersion Classroom ◽  
The Impact ◽  
International English

English language development is best laid on the foundation of natural and social interactions which requires a great deal of sacrifice from educators who teach abroad (Snow, 1997). Learning to speak a new language grants learners a passport and highly coveted citizenship to a culturally interconnected world (Met & Lorenz, 1993); however, educators often face a daunting challenge. They must come up with comprehensive strategies which ensure that learners obtain requisite skills faster than might otherwise be deemed necessary. They must also employ non-verbal communication in place of the native language and secure a total commitment from students (Fortune, 2000). Finally, educators must leverage the brain’s information processing and retention ability against a very formidable threat: forgetting. The paper focuses on language immersion classroom strategies currently being used around the world, along with a discussion on how technology has been used to increase language and cultural competencies. This research has implications for educators and administrators who are interested in the impact that technology access has on learning when paired with a total immersion approach. This paper will present recommendations for international English language immersion programs, whose  goals are to develop a total cultural competency for students aged 5-25 in environments where there are limited resources to aid in language immersion.

Perceived Voice Disorders in Older Adults and Impact on Social Interactions

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Connie K. Porcaro ◽  
Clare Singer ◽  
Boris Djokic ◽  
Ali A. Danesh ◽  
Ruth Tappen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Social Interactions ◽  
Social Engagement ◽  
Leisure Activities ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Voice Disorders ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Vocal Performance ◽  
Older Individuals ◽  
Cross Sectional

Purpose Many aging individuals, even those who are healthy, report voice changes that can impact their ability to communicate as they once did. While this is commonly reported, most do not seek evaluation or management for this issue. The purpose of this study was to investigate the prevalence and differences in voice disorders in older adults, along with the effect of fatigue on their social interactions. Method This is a cross-sectional investigation of a community-dwelling sample of individuals aged 60 years or older. Participants completed the Questionnaire on Vocal Performance, the Social Engagement Index subset “Engagement in Social or Leisure Activities,” and the Fatigue Severity Scale. Results Results indicated 32.5% of the 332 participants reported symptoms of voice problems with no difference found between male and female respondents. A slight increase in report of voice problems was noted with each year of age. Participants who self-reported voice problems indicated less interaction in social activities involving communication than those who did not. Finally, as severity of self-reported voice problems increased, an increase was reported by the same individuals for signs of fatigue. Conclusions Voice problems and resulting decreased social interaction are commonly experienced by older individuals. Voice symptoms in older adults have been found to benefit from evidence-based treatment strategies. It is critical to provide education to encourage older individuals to seek appropriate evaluation and management for voice issues through a speech-language pathologist or medical professional.

“Shhhh! Alex Has Something To Say”: AAC-SGD Use in the Classroom Setting

2010 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 108-114 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lisa M. Mellman ◽  
Laura S. DeThorne ◽  
Julie A. Hengst
Keyword(s):  
Social Interaction ◽  
Social Interactions ◽  
Augmentative And Alternative Communication ◽  
Classroom Community ◽  
Classroom Observations ◽  
Classroom Teachers ◽  
Classroom Setting ◽  
Alternative Communication ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Missed Opportunities

Abstract The present qualitative study was designed to examine augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) practices, particularly surrounding speech-generating devices (SGDs), in the classroom setting. We focused on three key child participants, their classroom teachers, and associated speech-language pathologists across three different schools. In addition to semi-structured interviews of all participants, six classroom observations per child were completed. Data were coded according to both pre-established and emergent themes. Four broad themes emerged: message-focused AAC use, social interactions within the classroom community, barriers to successful AAC-SGD use, and missed opportunities. Findings revealed a lack of SGD use in the classroom for two children as well as limited social interaction across all cases. We conclude by highlighting the pervasive sense of missed opportunities across these classroom observations and yet, at the same time, the striking resiliency of communicative effort in these cases.

The Effects of Presentation on Noise and Dental Appliances on Speech

1981 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 151-151
Author(s):  
Lillian Glass ◽  
Sharon R. Garber ◽  
T. Michael Speidel ◽  
Gerald M. Siegel ◽  
Edward Miller
Keyword(s):  
Southern California ◽  
University Of Southern California ◽  
University Of Minnesota ◽  
School Of Medicine ◽  
Southern California School ◽  
School Of Dentistry ◽  
The University

An omission in the Table of Contents, December JSHR, has occurred. Lillian Glass, Ph.D., at the University of Southern California School of Medicine and School of Dentistry, was a co-author of the article "The Effects of Presentation on Noise and Dental Appliances on Speech" along with Sharon R. Garber, T. Michael Speidel, Gerald M. Siegel, and Edward Miller of the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis.

Patiens of infectious diarrhea peaks in Southern California

2001 ◽  
Vol 120 (5) ◽  
pp. A215-A216
Author(s):  
C CONTEAS ◽  
J PRUTHI ◽  
R BURCHETTE
Keyword(s):  
Southern California ◽  
Infectious Diarrhea
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