Cultural Models of Depression among Latino Immigrants in Florida
Author Information
Author(s): Dinorah (Dina) Martinez Tyson, Heide Castañeda, Milagro Porter, Marisel Quiroz, Iraida Carrion
Primary Institution: University of South Florida
Hypothesis
This study aims to explore cultural models of depression among Latino immigrants in Florida.
Conclusion
The study found that Colombian, Cuban, Mexican, and Puerto Rican immigrants showed strong agreement in their models of depression causality, symptoms, and treatment.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants listed economic strain and work-related problems as the most common causes of depression.
- High levels of agreement were found among the groups regarding symptoms and treatments for depression.
- Puerto Ricans reported the highest use of medication as a treatment for depression compared to other groups.
Takeaway
The study looked at how different Latino groups in Florida think about depression, and found that they have more in common than differences.
Methodology
Ethnographic interviews using structured and semi-structured data collection techniques.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to nonrandom sampling and reliance on self-reported data.
Limitations
The study used a nonrandom purposive sample, limiting generalizability, and did not account for other social and demographic factors.
Participant Demographics
Participants included 30 Colombian, 30 Cuban, 30 Puerto Rican, and 30 Mexican immigrants, with a majority being women and varying levels of education and English proficiency.
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