Title
A Methodological Review of Faith-Based Health Promotion Literature: Advancing the Science to Expand Delivery of Diabetes Education to Black Americans
Abbreviated Journal Title
J. Relig. Health
Keywords
Diabetes; Faith-based; Black Americans; WEIGHT-LOSS PROGRAM; SELF-MANAGEMENT EDUCATION; BLOOD-PRESSURE CONTROL; POOR GLYCEMIC CONTROL; AFRICAN-AMERICANS; SOCIAL SUPPORT; PARTICIPATORY; RESEARCH; PHYSICAL-ACTIVITY; CARE BEHAVIORS; CHURCH MEMBERS; Public, Environmental & Occupational Health; Religion
Abstract
Non-traditional avenues, such as faith-based organizations (FBOs), must be explored to expand delivery of diabetes self-management education (DSME) to benefit Black Americans with type 2 diabetes (T2D). The purpose of this study was to methodologically review the faith-based health promotion literature relevant to Blacks with T2D. A total of 14 intervention studies were identified for inclusion in the review. These studies detailed features of methods employed to affect health outcomes that DSME similarly targets. Analysis of the faith-based studies' methodological features indicated most studies used (1) collaborative research approaches, (2) pre-experimental designs, (3) similar recruitment and retention strategies, and (4) culturally sensitive, behaviorally oriented interventions with incorporation of social support to achieve positive health outcomes in Black Americans. Findings indicate FBOs may be a promising avenue for delivering DSME to Black Americans. Informed by the findings, a focused discussion on advancing the science of faith-based interventions to expand delivery of DSME to Black Americans with diabetes is provided.
Journal Title
Journal of Religion & Health
Volume
51
Issue/Number
4
Publication Date
1-1-2012
Document Type
Review
Language
English
First Page
1075
Last Page
1097
WOS Identifier
ISSN
0022-4197
Recommended Citation
"A Methodological Review of Faith-Based Health Promotion Literature: Advancing the Science to Expand Delivery of Diabetes Education to Black Americans" (2012). Faculty Bibliography 2010s. 3080.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/facultybib2010/3080
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