EXPLORING HOW INTERPERSONAL FACTORS SHAPE HEALTH BEHAVIORS AMONG HISPANIC OLDER ADULTS: A SCOPING REVIEW
2024

How Relationships Affect Health Behaviors in Hispanic Older Adults

Sample size: 39 publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Barbara Mendez Campos, Karen Lyons, Bruna Lopez

Primary Institution: Boston College

Hypothesis

Interpersonal factors significantly influence health behaviors among Hispanic older adults.

Conclusion

The study highlights the importance of interpersonal relationships, especially with family members, in shaping health behaviors in Hispanic older adults.

Supporting Evidence

  • The review identifies 39 relevant articles from six distinct databases.
  • It emphasizes the need for future research using mixed methods and longitudinal approaches.
  • The study highlights the central role of interpersonal factors in health behaviors.

Takeaway

This study looks at how family and friends affect the health choices of older Hispanic adults, showing that these relationships are really important.

Methodology

The review systematically examined existing literature using the Joanna Briggs Institute framework.

Limitations

The study emphasizes the need for more nuanced research and tailored interventions.

Participant Demographics

Hispanic older adults, particularly focusing on the roles of family members like daughters and wives.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.1102

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