Category: Latino

Latino Families in the Perinatal Period Cultural Issues in Dealing with the Healthcare System

Maldonado-Duran, et. al.

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Cultural Issues in Dealing with Latino Children and Families

Martin Maldonado

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The Acculturation of Latino Immigrant Women in the USA Common wisdom would dictate that immigrant Latino women, coming from Mexico, Central and South America, should try to “acculturate” as soon as possible to enjoy the benefits of the US dominant culture. This would mean that they might try to learn to speak English, perhaps speak English at home and to “adopt” new and more modern ways of rearing children and doing things with the family. However, in view of several recent studies, this should …