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Citation |
Haglund K, Belknap RA, Garcia JT. J. Nurs. Scholarsh. 2012; 44(3): 215-222. |
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Affiliation |
Delta Gamma, Associate Professor, College of Nursing, Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI Delta Gamma, Associate Professor, Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI Delta Gamma, Doctoral student, Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI. |
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(Copyright © 2012, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing) |
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22672208 |
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Abstract |
Purpose: This study fills a gap regarding the perspectives of Mexican American female adolescents on dating relationships and dating violence (DV). Methods: This was a qualitative descriptive study. Focus groups included 20 Mexican American young women, primarily first and second generation, mean age 14.5 years (SD= 2.5). Data were analyzed with categorical analysis. Findings: Participants described key components of DV and identified cultural aspects that may serve to promote healthy dating relationships. Conclusions: Family-based interventions to promote exploration of gender roles and parent-child communication may foster biculturalism as well as promote healthy dating relationships and prevent violence within this cultural group. Clinical Relevance: In the United States, 10% to 40% of teens experience DV. Hispanic females experience more physical DV than their White peers. Language: en |