Familismo: Can an obesity prevention curriculum targeted at Mexican-Americans effect the physical activity and eating habits of the complete family unit?
Description
The purpose of this study was to explore how the phenomenon of familismo effects behavioral change within the Mexican-American family if one member of the family participates in an obesity prevention curriculum. The qualitative approach findings indicate that the principle of familismo regarding perceived responsibility to provide emotional support to family members regarding changes in physical activity and dietary habits. Participants reported that their families are eating healthier, since, they started the obesity prevention curriculum. The findings regarding physical activity were inconclusive. This study can help nurses, because it emphasizes the importance of promoting family involvement as a motivator for behavioral change, in terms of physical activity and healthy diet eating, within Mexican-American populations.
Date Created
The date the item was original created (prior to any relationship with the ASU Digital Repositories.)
2013-05
Agent
- Author (aut): Rodriguez, Manuela
- Thesis director: Stevens, Carol
- Committee member: Perez, Adriana
- Committee member: Luft, Linda
- Contributor (ctb): Barrett, The Honors College
- Contributor (ctb): Arizona State University. College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation