Abstract
This study uses qualitative methods to investigate perceived supports and barriers to social and health service utilization among minorities residing in high-crime and violent communities. Focus groups were conducted with African Americans, Asian Americans, and Hispanics/Latinos (N=64) who reside in these communities within a moderately sized Midwestern city. Both convergent and divergent themes were identified across the groups. Implications of these findings for research and practice are discussed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 409-417 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Families in Society |
Volume | 82 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2001 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Social Sciences (miscellaneous)