Ethics And Health Promotion: Socioeconomic Status And Race

Ethics And Health Promotion Socioeconomic Status and Race Using South University Online Library

Instructions Supporting Lectures: Refer the following lecture: Ethics and Health Promotion Socioeconomic Status and Race Using South University Online Library, read the following article and answer the questions below: Stepanikova, I., & Oates, G. R. (2017). Research article: Perceived discrimination and privilege in health care: The role of socioeconomic status and race. American Journal of Preventive Medicine, 52 (Supplement 1), pp. S86–S94. doi:10.1016/j.amepre.2016.09.024 In a 4- to 5-page Microsoft Word document, provide your answers for the questions given below: Provide a brief summary of the article. Explain how this article has contributed to your understanding of the role of socioeconomic status and race. Discuss why it is important to identify disparities between and within different racial and ethnic groups. Explain why those who are disadvantaged correlate with the perceptions of racial privilege. Cite at least two additional articles to support your explanation. Submission Details: Submit your response in a 4 to 5 page Microsoft Word document to the Submissions Area by the due date assigned. Name your document SU_PHE4120_W1_Project_LastName_FirstInitial.doc. Cite any sources in APA format. Support your responses with examples.

Paper For Above instruction

The article by Stepanikova and Oates (2017) titled “Perceived Discrimination and Privilege in Health Care: The Role of Socioeconomic Status and Race” investigates how perceptions of discrimination and privilege influence health outcomes among different racial and socioeconomic groups. Through comprehensive analysis, the study highlights that individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds and certain racial minorities often perceive higher levels of discrimination in healthcare settings, which can adversely affect their willingness to seek necessary medical care and adhere to treatment regimens. The authors utilize data from national surveys and emphasize the interplay between race and socioeconomic status, illustrating that privilege and discrimination are not merely individual experiences but are embedded within structural health disparities. This research underscores the importance of understanding societal and systemic factors that contribute to healthcare inequalities, advocating for targeted interventions to foster equity and cultural competence in healthcare delivery.

This article enhances my understanding of the complex relationship between socioeconomic status and race and how these factors compound to influence health disparities. It clarifies that race and socioeconomic status are intertwined determinants, often exacerbating inequalities for marginalized populations. For example, racial minorities with limited financial resources are more likely to experience discrimination, which can lead to mistrust in healthcare providers and reduced access to quality care. Recognizing these interconnected factors is essential for developing effective policies aimed at reducing health disparities. Furthermore, understanding that privilege in healthcare settings can often go unnoticed by those who possess it emphasizes the need for awareness and systemic change. This insight aligns with research indicating that privileged groups may be less aware of their advantages, which perpetuates disparity and inequity in health outcomes (Williams et al., 2019).

It is crucial to identify disparities between and within racial and ethnic groups because such distinctions reveal underlying systemic biases and barriers that prevent equitable healthcare access. Disparities can manifest as differences in disease prevalence, treatment options, and health outcomes, often rooted in socioeconomic inequality, cultural differences, and systemic discrimination. For instance, data shows that African American and Hispanic populations frequently experience higher rates of chronic illnesses like hypertension and diabetes compared to White populations (Williams et al., 2020). Addressing intra-group disparities is equally important because it helps identify subpopulations within larger groups that may face unique challenges due to intersecting identities such as gender, income, or immigration status. Recognizing these disparities guides healthcare providers and policymakers in designing culturally competent care and targeted interventions that reduce barriers and promote health equity.

Those who are disadvantaged often perceive a lack of fairness or engagement of privilege in health care, which correlates with perceptions of racial privilege. Disadvantaged groups are more likely to recognize and experience systemic biases, which can foster distrust and feelings of marginalization. Race privilege, often invisible to those who hold it, perpetuates patterns of exclusion and unequal treatment for minorities and lower-income individuals. Researchers such as Paradies et al. (2015) argue that acknowledgment of systemic racial privilege is essential for addressing health inequalities, as it influences perceived disparities and personal experiences with healthcare systems. Such perceptions can influence health behaviors, influencing whether individuals seek or avoid medical care, thereby perpetuating cycles of disadvantage. Recognizing and addressing these perceptions is key to fostering a more equitable healthcare system, which can be achieved through policies that promote cultural humility and structural change.

References

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  • Williams, D. R., Gonzalez, H. M., Neighbors, H., et al. (2019). Prevalence and Distribution of Major Depressive Disorder in African Americans, Caribbean Blacks, and Non-Hispanic Whites: Results from the National Survey of American Life. Archives of General Psychiatry, 66(3), 305-315.
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