Clinical Practice With Hispanic Individuals and Families: An Ecological Perspective

González, Manny J.; Acevedo, Gregory

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“…It emphasizes assuming dignity, treating others with respect, maintaining harmony within interpersonal relationships, and being polite and pleasant (González, 2014;Marin & Marin, 1991). Further, simpatía prioritizes individuals being easygoing, buena gente (i.e., being a nice person), friendly, fun, and aiming to minimize hostility (Gonzalez & Acevedo, 2013). Extant research literature centers these values when discussing Latinx populations, which we highlight next.…”

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Applying critical consciousness through the use of testimonios to rethink Latinx cultural values.

Fuentes,

Consoli,

Rosario

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Journal of Latinx Psychology

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Latinx communities are not a monolith and should not be reduced to a constellation of value systems. In this article, we identify some of the values associated with Latinx communities. We provide an overview regarding the ubiquity of Latinx cultural values and how they have been conceptualized and utilized within the field. We also specify some of the criticisms and shortcomings leveled in the professional literature as it relates to these values. Subsequently, we discuss critical consciousness in an effort to examine the values frequently ascribed to Latinx communities using personal testimonios, reflection questions, and a community movement. We take ourselves to task by employing a critical consciousness lens to consider the potential colonial roots of the few, specific values reflected in the testimonios, and how these values may be oppressive while perpetuating stereotypes. We end by discussing the importance of not leaving Latinx cultural values unexamined by educators, researchers, and practitioners and encouraging readers to consider the roots and implications of Latinx cultural values while striving for liberation from oppressive colonial narratives. Public Significance StatementThe Latinx communities are among the fastest growing in the United States. The psychological study of Latinx communities has focused on cultural values assuming their universality and centrality to all Latinxs. This article examines often-cited Latinx cultural values (e.g., familismo, marianismo, respeto) through a critical consciousness lens with the aim of exposing problematic elements and fostering liberation within the diverse Latinx communities in the United States.

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Section: Understanding Latinx Cultural Valuesmentioning

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Applying critical consciousness through the use of testimonios to rethink Latinx cultural values.

Fuentes,

Consoli,

Rosario

et al. 2024

Journal of Latinx Psychology

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“…Spousal communication processes may be particularly relevant predictors of motivation for change among Latinos who possess cultural values emphasizing spousal and familial bonds, such as simpatia (i.e., general tendency to avoid interpersonal conflict and remain agreeable; Falicov, 2013) and familismo (i.e., collectivistic emphasis on remaining loyal and contributing to the wellbeing of the nuclear and extended family; Falicov, 2013). Moreover, family-related motivators to engage in healthy behavioral patterns (e.g., smoking cessation) might be especially pertinent to Latino men who also possess the cultural script of machismo (i.e., men’s responsibility to provide for, protect, and defend their family; Gonzalez & Acevedo, 2013) and particularly powerful during family-related life events (e.g., pregnancy) for expectant Latino fathers (Pollak et al, 2010). Further, according to Lewis and colleagues (2006), “[constructive] communication may encourage spouses to reflect on the roles, norms, and obligations of the relationship, which are thought to promote the cognitive and emotional considerations necessary for transformation of motivation” (p. 1376).…”

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Relationships among spousal communication, self-efficacy, and motivation among expectant Latino fathers who smoke.

Khaddouma¹,

Fish²,

Bilheimer³

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Objective Cigarette smoking is a prevalent problem among Latinos, yet little is known about what factors motivate them to quit smoking or make them feel more confident that they can. Given cultural emphases on familial bonds among Latinos (e.g., familismo), it is possible that communication processes among Latino spouses play an important role. The present study tested a mechanistic model in which perceived spousal constructive communication patterns predicted changes in level of motivation for smoking cessation through changes in self-efficacy among Latino expectant fathers. Methods Latino males (n = 173) and their pregnant partners participated in a couple-based intervention targeting males’ smoking. Couples completed self-report measures of constructive communication, self-efficacy (male partners only), and motivation to quit (male partners only) at four time points throughout the intervention. Results Higher levels of perceived constructive communication among Latino male partners predicted subsequent increases in male’s partners’ self-efficacy and, to a lesser degree, motivation to quit smoking; however, self-efficacy did not mediate associations between constructive communication and motivation to quit smoking. Furthermore, positive relationships with communication were only significant at measurements taken after completion of the intervention. Female partners’ level of perceived constructive communication did not predict male partners’ outcomes. Conclusion These results provide preliminary evidence to support the utility of couple-based interventions for Latino men who smoke. Findings also suggest that perceptions of communication processes among Latino partners (particularly male partners) may be an important target for interventions aimed increasing desire and perceived ability to quit smoking among Latino men.

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Clinical Practice With Hispanic Individuals and Families: An Ecological Perspective

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Applying critical consciousness through the use of testimonios to rethink Latinx cultural values.

Applying critical consciousness through the use of testimonios to rethink Latinx cultural values.

Relationships among spousal communication, self-efficacy, and motivation among expectant Latino fathers who smoke.

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