Articles tagged with Ethnicity
Research finds that former inmates empathize less with incarcerated family members due to 'empathetic inurement', a loss of emotional connection. This phenomenon affects African American men disproportionately, contradicting existing sociological theories.
African American men with high West African genetic ancestry have lower waist circumference and waist-hip ratio, indicating reduced central adiposity. In contrast, African American women do not show a similar association, suggesting that genes from West Africa may offer protection against obesity in men but not women.
African Americans' low park visitation rates can be attributed to a racist history that limited access and ongoing racial conflict near parks. Public schools and community engagement are key to encouraging early park visits and developing an interest in outdoor recreation.
A new approach to health care could involve tailoring treatments to individual genetic makeup, lifestyle and environment. This precision medicine method aims to replace the use of race in treatment decisions and reduce disparities in health outcomes.
A new study found that Mexican-American adolescents who experience their parents' ethnic discrimination have lower self-esteem and more emotional problems. Parents' discussions about culture, race, and ethnicity with their teens can positively impact their psychological adjustment.
Researchers found that Native Americans' method of selecting and hand-collecting oysters likely resulted in more consistent average sizes and fewer very small individual oysters. This approach may inform modern-day oyster restoration efforts, which face challenges such as disease, poor water quality, and overfishing.
African American parents and caregivers often use egalitarian messages to teach preschoolers about race, according to a NYU study. The study found that working-class parents were more likely to use these messages than middle-class counterparts, while middle-class participants shared more instances of racial discrimination.
A new study by RAND Corporation reveals that Southern California middle school students are exposed to an average of 3.1 alcohol advertisements every day. Racial disparities were also observed, with African Americans and Hispanics experiencing higher levels of exposure compared to white youths.
Researchers used ambulatory blood pressure monitoring to discover who might have masked hypertension among a high-risk population. Participants wore devices around their arm and hip for 24 hours, revealing hidden high blood pressure readings outside of the doctor's office.
A new study published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology found that celiac disease is most common among Americans from the Punjab region of India. The study analyzed over 400,000 intestinal biopsies and identified significant differences in celiac disease rates across various ethnic groups.
A new study published in Addictive Behaviors found that family warmth and support are indicators of decreased tobacco use in Native American adolescents. Engagement in school through positive activities was also found to be a preventive tool against frequent smoking.
A study by University of Miami researchers found that Hispanic parents of children with autism exhibit stress-buffering qualities like optimism and use religious faith as a positive coping strategy. The team hopes to tailor clinical interventions to strengthen these personal characteristics and responses.
A new study suggests that verbal disclosure of gay identity has different effects on the well-being of white and Latino gay men. While it increased subjective well-being for white men, it had no impact on Latino men. The researchers propose alternative strategies for gay men of color to improve their mental health.
A survey of residents in Leeds and Warsaw found that those perceiving their neighborhoods as diverse were more prejudiced. In contrast, actual ethnic diversity had no negative effect on attitudes towards minority ethnic groups.
A new study published in Hypertension found that arterial stiffening can be detected in early adulthood, particularly in ethnic minority groups, and is associated with physical inactivity, stress from racism, and high blood pressure. Regular physical activity was linked to lower arterial stiffness, emphasizing the importance of exercis...
A new study from UC Davis Health System found significant disparities in state funding for autism services among racial and ethnic groups. Compared to white children aged 3-17, African Americans and Hispanics received significantly lower per-person spending, while adults with ASD over 18 saw a nearly $13,000 difference.
The American Geosciences Institute has awarded diversity grants to seven geoscientists from diverse backgrounds, including the University of Tennessee Knoxville and Stanford University, to support their research on deep carbon. These grants aim to increase participation of underrepresented groups in DCO-affiliated research.
A recent study led by UC Riverside professor Ann Cheney found that low-income African American communities in the Arkansas Mississippi Delta have successfully reduced cocaine use through lifestyle changes and leveraging 'recovery capital.' Social networks and culturally appropriate interventions play a critical role in reducing substan...
A pilot study examining southwest tribal elders found moderate vascular risk despite hypertension treatment, highlighting the need for culturally fair instruments and biomarkers. Cognitive and depressive symptoms were also significant factors in the research results.
A new study published in the Journal of Consumer Psychology found that exposure to American Indian sports mascots can strengthen negative stereotypes, especially among liberal individuals. The researchers also discovered that a person's political identity can predict how susceptible they are to adopting stereotypes associated with bran...
Researchers at UC Davis Health System found that state spending on autism services increases dramatically with age. On average, people aged 18 and over receive nearly two and a half times more funding than younger individuals with ASD.
A study found that urban gardens in Chicago's African American, Chinese-origin, and Mexican-origin communities provide important ecosystem services. The researchers identified non-native crops and synthetic fertilizers as potential issues, but also noted the cultural significance of gardening for food security and community connection.
Researchers identified a single variant in the p53 gene that contributes to increased cancer risk in African-Americans. This variant makes cancer resistant to cell death and may lead to poor prognosis and treatment outcomes.
A genetic variation, known as an allele, has been found in populations that have historically favored vegetarian diets, such as in India and parts of East Asia. This adaptation allows these individuals to efficiently process omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which is essential for early brain development and controlling inflammation.
A recent study found that only 17.9% of published autism intervention studies reported racial and ethnic diversity of participants, with white children making up a majority. This lack of diversity presents a problem as response to interventions is not guaranteed, and it's unclear why some children respond positively while others don't.
LGBTQ patients of color face significant health disparities due to intersecting marginalized identities. A new series of articles provides a roadmap for healthcare providers to improve doctor-patient communication and shared decision-making.
A comprehensive study of delinquent youth found that non-Hispanic whites are 30 times more likely to abuse cocaine than African Americans. Substance use disorders were common among both males and females, with marijuana being the most prevalent substance use disorder during young adulthood.
A critical review of over 100 studies on pain experience among Hispanic Americans reveals lower rates of chronic pain, but also greater pain sensitivity and less tolerance compared to non-Hispanic whites. The study highlights gaps in current research and calls for further investigation into the role of cultural factors and acculturation.
A study by Dr. Andrew Sanchez shows how joking relationships between colleagues enable people to distance themselves from the values that inform religious and ethnic violence. This exchange of humorous insults implicitly critiques public life of ethnic difference, operating on more tolerant principles rooted in the present.
New research reveals that African Americans are less likely to start smoking in late teens but continue smoking into later years, leading to lower average pack-years and reduced eligibility for lung cancer screening. This disparity results in higher risk of death from tobacco-related diseases among African Americans.
A psychology study from New York University found that Whites living in areas with lower interracial exposure have a harder time categorizing mixed-race faces and show greater prejudice against them. This bias arises from unstable visual processing of racially ambiguous faces, which translates into negative biases.
A recent study found that African Americans have a higher risk of hypertension, diabetes, and kidney failure compared to whites, even after adjusting for genetic variants. Most blacks with the high-risk APOL1 gene variant experienced similar decline in kidney function as those without the variant.
New research analyzed data from over 68,000 women with breast cancer registered in England between 2006-2013. The study found that average age at diagnosis was lower in both South Asian and Black women than in White women. Ethnic minority women may still face larger tumours and more aggressive features despite younger age.
Researchers have identified a genetic mutation associated with a high risk of breast cancer in the Chinese ethnic population. The RECQL mutation was found to be present in 0.54% of Southern Chinese women, suggesting it may be an important factor in genetic screening for women with a family history of breast cancer.
A new study found that predominantly white parents in the US prefer to adopt children from other countries due to perceived racial differences, with many citing 'not thinking it's in the child's best interest' as a reason. This bias reflects the American racial hierarchy and has significant implications for race relations in the US.
A Cancer Research UK study found that ethnic minority women in the UK are more likely to believe cancer is incurable and down to fate, which may explain lower attendance at cancer screenings. The study also found that fear of cancer and language barriers can affect attitudes towards cancer.
A new study published in American Anthropologist reveals the transformation of Egyptian and Nubian culture through cultural entanglement. The researchers found that individual choices played a significant role in shaping the development of the Nubian state, allowing it to eventually conquer Egypt.
A five-year $1-million grant aims to teach people how to protect their brains through exercise, with a focus on African-Americans at elevated dementia risk. The program will include dance-based exercise and lifestyle education, and gather data on brain circuitry, aging, and stress levels.
Researchers found three genetic variants linked to increased blood clot risk in African Americans, affecting thrombomodulin expression. Approximately 36% of Africans carry these variants, doubling their risk for venous thromboembolism.
A landmark study published in Alzheimer's & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer's Association found significant variation in dementia incidence among six ethnic and racial groups. Researchers discovered that blacks and American Indians/Alaska Natives had the highest rates, while Asian Americans had the lowest.
Native Americans are more likely to abstain from alcohol use than whites, with comparable rates of binge and heavy drinking. The study challenges the enduring myth that Native Americans have a higher rate of alcohol misuse.
A new model examines the relationship between factors impacting African Americans' advance care planning, revealing limited knowledge on improving this population's care. The study highlights the need for personalized approach to end-of-life care and encourages increased awareness.
By 2050, older adults representing minority groups are projected to rise to 39% globally, with significant increases among Asian and Native Hawaiian populations. To address this growing need, the American Geriatrics Society recommends culturally sensitive indicators to improve healthcare outcomes for diverse older adult populations.
A retrospective cohort study found that non-Hispanic black women had more missed doses, initiated care later, and were more likely to discontinue 17P than women in other racial/ethnic groups. The study also identified a significant interaction between non-Hispanic black race/ethnicity and public insurance.
Research found that English towns with a medieval Jewish population have higher tolerance towards 21st-century immigrants. Survey respondents in these towns showed less support for anti-immigration parties and had more positive attitudes towards immigration.
A new study by Lauren Davenport found that daughters of interracial parents are more likely to identify as multiracial than sons. The study also reveals that religion and socioeconomic status play a significant role in how biracials self-identify, with women being more likely to identify as multiracial than men.
A study by Chapman University found that Asian American women reported lower evaluations of attractiveness and comfort with appearance compared to white women. The researchers discovered significant differences in satisfaction with face, eyes, nose, and shape of face among the two groups.
A new study found that standardized tests like SAT and GRE can predict student success with varying degrees of accuracy across different colleges and universities. The researchers argue that admissions policies, grading approaches, and academic support resources differ greatly between institutions, leading to biases in test results.
Research at Georgia State University reveals that African Americans with serious mental illness are more likely to experience recurring victimization over time. The study, published in the Journal of Quantitative Criminology, found that racial disparities in mental health services access and social barriers contribute to these outcomes.
Researchers found that both Blacks and Whites prefer lighter-skinned candidates when the government is unstable, but show stronger interest in voting for a darker-skinned candidate when it's stable. The study used photographs of a hypothetical candidate to measure mental images and voting intentions.
A recent study by Colorado State University's Silvia Sara Canetto highlights the link between cultural scripts of masculinity and aging with increased suicide risk among white, older men. These men are less likely to experience widowhood, have better physical health, and more economic resources compared to other demographics.
A new study found that African American men with low-grade prostate cancer produce less PSA and have significantly lower PSA density than Caucasian men. This could lead to inaccurate surveillance criteria and affect treatment decisions for African American patients.
A study by LA BioMed suggests that involving parents in violence prevention programs and tailoring them to specific racial/ethnic groups can improve their effectiveness. The research found that Latino parents condoned fighting only as a last resort, while African American parents sometimes saw it as necessary.
New research shows that interventions targeting individual students can improve the classroom environment, triggering second-wave benefits for all classmates. The study found that sharing a classroom with more students who participate in an intervention boosts all students' grades beyond initial benefits.
A study found that historically black newspapers covered the 1967 Supreme Court case on interracial marriage similarly to mainstream media, challenging common assumptions about their content. Researchers used this finding to highlight the importance of considering diverse perspectives in reporting on civil rights issues.
A study found that common CF screening tests do not adequately cover genetic variants present in non-white populations, leading to late diagnoses and poorer outcomes. The researchers recommend expanding testing to include more diverse genetic analysis methods to address this disparity.
A new coaching program at Northwestern University is boosting the persistence of underrepresented minority and female Ph.D. students towards academic careers. The program, which includes guidance from diverse coaches and peers, has shown positive results in increasing confidence and reducing feelings of pressure and isolation.
African Americans and Latinos saw significant gains in insurance coverage, primary care visits, and timely healthcare after the ACA took effect. The study found uninsured rates declined by 7% among these groups, compared to 3% for whites.
A new study found that underage drinkers prefer certain beer brands more than others based on their age and ethnicity. Bud Light was the most popular brand across all demographic groups, while Smirnoff Malt Beverages ranked high among racial and ethnic groups.
A new study reveals that Native Americans have decreased access to kidney transplants, leading to higher mortality rates on the waiting list. The study found that while short-term outcomes were similar, Native Americans experienced worse long-term survival outcomes compared to whites.