Stress, the Superwoman Schema and cardiovascular wellbeing among rural and medically underserved African American women
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Amnazo Muhirwa, PhD, MSN, FNP-C, BSN, RN
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This research aimed to enhance understanding of stress and cardiovascular health within rural, medically underserved African American women. It investigated their cardiovascular health status, explored their viewpoints on cardiovascular well-being, delved into their stress experiences considering their multifaceted identities, and evaluated the applicability of the Superwoman Schema framework in comprehending stress and coping patterns within this group.
Dr. Muhirwa was the recipient of a Sigma Small Grant, 2020-2021 cohort.
The Sigma Theta Tau International grant application that funded this research, in whole or in part, was completed by the applicant and peer-reviewed prior to the award of the Sigma grant. No further peer-review has taken place upon the completion of the Sigma grant final report and its appearance in this repository.
| Type | Presentation |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | None: Sigma Grant Recipient Report |
| Format | Text-based Document |
| Evidence Level | Descriptive/Correlational |
| Research Approach | Mixed/Multi Method Research |
| Keywords | Health Status; African American Women; Rural Communities; Cardiovascular Health |
| Grantor | Duke University |
| Advisor | Noonan, Devon |
| Level | PhD |
| Year | 2023 |
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