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  1. Article ; Online: Examining Alcohol Interventions Across the Lifespan among the African Diaspora: A Systematic Review.

    Marshall, Vanessa / Vieira, Dorice / McLaurin-Jones, TyWanda / Lashley, Maudry-Beverley

    Journal of the National Medical Association

    2022  Volume 114, Issue 5, Page(s) 473–494

    Abstract: Aims: Racial/ethnic and cultural identity influences alcohol use consumption and help-seeking behaviors. The purpose of this systematic review was to assess alcohol prevention programs and interventions targeting African Americans/Blacks among the ... ...

    Abstract Aims: Racial/ethnic and cultural identity influences alcohol use consumption and help-seeking behaviors. The purpose of this systematic review was to assess alcohol prevention programs and interventions targeting African Americans/Blacks among the African Diaspora across the lifespan.
    Methods: According to PRISMA guidelines, literature searches were conducted via electronic databases, grey literature, and hand searches of relevant journal articles evaluating primary outcome data to reduce alcohol use. To be included in this systematic review, intervention and prevention studies required a population of more than 50% African descent and provided information about statistical significance (p < .05) indicating changes in alcohol as a primary outcome.
    Results: Search strategy identified 5691 citations and the full-text of 148 studies were screened. A total of 23 articles met the inclusion criteria. Studies were geographically located in the United States and African countries. Interventions were implemented in community, patient-care, school, and workplace settings. Adult studies evaluated pharmacological and/or behavioral interventions while utilizing validated instruments and procedures to assess alcohol outcomes. Strategies to change alcohol behavior included psychotherapy, brief motivational interviewing (BMI), and counseling. Adolescent studies utilized family-based, computer-assisted technology, and career development interventions to reduce alcohol use.
    Conclusions: The systematic review identified a range of intervention articles addressing the reduction of alcohol use for African Americans/Blacks that may be used in various settings and by different age groups. Best practices and strategies designed to address socio-cultural factors by promoting protective and risk-reducing factors of alcohol use and successful alcohol interventions are needed.
    MeSH term(s) Adolescent ; Adult ; African Americans ; Alcohol Drinking/prevention & control ; Behavior Therapy ; Human Migration ; Humans ; Longevity ; United States
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-07-08
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review ; Systematic Review
    ZDB-ID 419737-9
    ISSN 1943-4693 ; 0027-9684
    ISSN (online) 1943-4693
    ISSN 0027-9684
    DOI 10.1016/j.jnma.2022.06.001
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  2. Article ; Online: Give Us Vision, Lest We Perish

    Abigail Henry / Nicole Prawl / Beverley Lashley

    The International Journal of Information, Diversity, & Inclusion, Vol 3, Iss

    Engaging Disability at the National Library of Jamaica

    2019  Volume 4

    Abstract: The World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that 15% of the world’s population has a disability (WHO, 2011, p. 8). In Jamaica, the 2014 Disabilities Act affirms that people with disabilities have the right to education and training to ensure their ... ...

    Abstract The World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that 15% of the world’s population has a disability (WHO, 2011, p. 8). In Jamaica, the 2014 Disabilities Act affirms that people with disabilities have the right to education and training to ensure their ability to effectively and equally be included in all aspects of national life. While the true figures are underreported, a 2011 census found that 487,677 Jamaicans experience hearing problems. Of that figure, 5,628 persons range from being deaf to significantly hearing impaired (Statistical Institute of Jamaica, 2011). As the keeper of the nation’s knowledge, the National Library of Jamaica (NLJ) must be accessible to all members of the nation, regardless of disability or physical limitations. In April 2018, the NLJ embarked on an initiative to enhance engagement of people with disabilities through a sign language training initiative for staff. For this pilot project, 14 staff members from various departments participated in weekly sign language training sessions for a period of 12 weeks. This training series is part of a wider initiative to improve accessibility at the NLJ for both staff and patrons. With a workforce that includes employees with disabilities, the NLJ has been engaged in the work of improving inclusion and engagement of individuals with disabilities. This paper outlines the existing challenges facing a Jamaican government entity as it moves to improve inclusivity, ongoing programmes, and outreach efforts to improve information literacy. This is being accomplished through partnerships with organizations working within Jamaica’s Deaf community and through plans for designing a new, inclusive, and purpose-built facility to house the national collection.
    Keywords accessibility ; Caribbean ; Jamaica ; National Library of Jamaica ; sign language ; Bibliography. Library science. Information resources ; Z ; Communities. Classes. Races ; HT51-1595
    Subject code 028
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-08-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher East Carolina University
    Document type Article ; Online
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  3. Article ; Online: Using Qualitative Methods to Understand Perceptions of Risk and Condom Use in African American College Women: Implications for Sexual Health Promotion.

    McLaurin-Jones, TyWanda L / Lashley, Maudry-Beverley / Marshall, Vanessa J

    Health education & behavior : the official publication of the Society for Public Health Education

    2017  Volume 44, Issue 5, Page(s) 805–814

    Abstract: Background: Young African American women are disproportionately affected with sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unintentional pregnancies. Despite adequate knowledge, assertiveness, and negotiation skills, consistent condom use remains low.: ... ...

    Abstract Background: Young African American women are disproportionately affected with sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unintentional pregnancies. Despite adequate knowledge, assertiveness, and negotiation skills, consistent condom use remains low.
    Aims: We sought to assess the role of pregnancy and STI risk perception in condom decision making among African American women.
    Method: We conducted a phenomenological qualitative study. Utilizing a purposive sampling strategy, 100 African American women (18-24 years) were recruited from a historically Black college and university for an open discussion of condom use. Thirteen focus groups were conducted via a semistructured interview guide and analyzed with an inductive thematic approach.
    Results: Uniformly women perceived pregnancy as a greater threat than STIs which appears to be maintained by (a) their sense of fertility, (b) self-care concept, and (c) experiences with condom failure. Thus, women were skeptical about using condoms as a form of contraception. Women perceived casual sex as having the greatest HIV/STI risk and emphasized the importance of assertiveness and self-respect to negotiate condom use. However, condom use in monogamous relationships is less likely due to (a) testing/knowing partner's status, (b) relationship trust, and (c) the use of hormonal contraception for pregnancy prevention. Perceived threat of infidelity increases condom use.
    Conclusion: The implications of these findings suggest sexual health promotion programs may focus on improving women's estimate of the effectiveness of condoms to prevent pregnancy and addressing women's reliance on testing for STI prevention.
    MeSH term(s) Adolescent ; African Americans/psychology ; Condoms/utilization ; Female ; Focus Groups ; Humans ; Pregnancy ; Pregnancy, Unplanned ; Qualitative Research ; Risk Factors ; Self Care ; Sexual Health ; Sexually Transmitted Diseases/ethnology ; Sexually Transmitted Diseases/prevention & control ; Universities ; Young Adult
    Language English
    Publishing date 2017-09-07
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
    ZDB-ID 1362906-2
    ISSN 1552-6127 ; 1090-1981
    ISSN (online) 1552-6127
    ISSN 1090-1981
    DOI 10.1177/1090198117728759
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  4. Article ; Online: Superwomen and Sleep: an Assessment of Black College Women Across the African Diaspora.

    McLaurin-Jones, TyWanda L / Anderson, Alicia S / Marshall, Vanessa J / Lashley, Maudry-Beverley / Carter-Nolan, Pamela L

    International journal of behavioral medicine

    2020  Volume 28, Issue 1, Page(s) 130–139

    Abstract: Background: Women and racial/ethnic minority groups in the U.S. report poor sleep health. While stress and alcohol use may contribute to sleep problems, few studies have examined the roles of stress and alcohol use on sleep among Black college women. ... ...

    Abstract Background: Women and racial/ethnic minority groups in the U.S. report poor sleep health. While stress and alcohol use may contribute to sleep problems, few studies have examined the roles of stress and alcohol use on sleep among Black college women. Gender-racial ideology of Black womanhood may also play a role in sleep. This exploratory study sought to examine the relationships between stress, alcohol, ethnic-gender identity, and sleep.
    Method: Guided by the biopsychosocial model and intersectionality theory, a cross-sectional study design recruited undergraduate women (18-24 years) attending a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) who self-identified as Black (N = 110). Participants completed the Insomnia Severity Index, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, Perceived Stress Scale, Alcohol Use Disorders Test, and Giscombe Superwoman Schema Questionnaire. Univariate and multiple linear regressions were conducted to examine independent and multiple effects of stress, alcohol, and ethnic-gender identity on insomnia and sleep quality.
    Results: Participants (mean age 19.4 years) represented diverse ethnic groups, 53% American, 25% African, and 20% Caribbean. Nearly 23% reported moderate to severe levels of insomnia. Scores from the Perceived Stress Scale, the Alcohol Use Disorders Test, and the Giscombe Superwoman Schema Questionnaire were independently associated with insomnia and sleep quality. In multivariate analyses, only perceived stress exhibited a significant association with insomnia and sleep quality.
    Conclusion: This exploratory study demonstrated that stress, excessive alcohol use, and ethnic-gender identity have relational impact on sleep health. Yet, stress may have greater importance and further research is needed to explore factors that mediated the relationship between stress and sleep.
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Black or African American ; Alcoholism ; Caribbean Region ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Ethnicity ; Female ; Gender Identity ; Human Migration ; Humans ; Male ; Minority Groups ; Sleep ; United States ; Universities ; Young Adult
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-09-21
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1187972-5
    ISSN 1532-7558 ; 1070-5503
    ISSN (online) 1532-7558
    ISSN 1070-5503
    DOI 10.1007/s12529-020-09930-4
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