Getting by with a Little Help from Our Friends: The Role of Social Support in Addressing HIV-related Mental Health Disparities among Sexual Minorities in the Lower Rio Grande Valley
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DOI: 10.1080/00918369.2019.1651112
Abstract: ABSTRACT This study examines how social support and perceived discrimination influence depressive symptoms of sexual minorities (including, lesbian, gay, bisexual-identifying individuals, and others with same-sex sexual partners) relative to heterosexual peers, while considering the role… read more here.
Keywords: lower rio; hiv; among sexual; social support ... See more keywords
Living in Limbo: Latinas' Assessment of Lower Rio Grande Valley Colonias Communities
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DOI: 10.1111/phn.12307
Abstract: &NA; Community asset mapping (CAM) is the collective process of identifying local assets and strategizing processes to address public health issues and concerns and improve quality of life. Prior to implementing a community‐based physical activity… read more here.
Keywords: lower rio; living limbo; grande valley; rio grande ... See more keywords
Nutrition Effects of a Family-Centered Health Promotion Program for Mexican-Heritage Children in the Lower Rio Grande Valley of Texas
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DOI: 10.3390/nu15071600
Abstract: Systemic and social factors, like poverty and food insecurity, negatively influence fruit and vegetable (FV) intake and body mass index (BMI) among Latino/a children. Behavioral programs are needed to support children’s nutrition. This study examined… read more here.
Keywords: heritage children; mexican heritage; program; nutrition ... See more keywords