Adaobi Anakwe
Dados Biográficos
| ID | 157295 |
|---|---|
| NOME | Adaobi Anakwe |
| PRENOMES | Adaobi |
| SOBRENOME | Anakwe |
| ASSINATURA | ANAKWE A |
| AFILIAÇÕES | University of Missouri Health System |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-3069-853X |
| VERIFICADO | Sim |
| TOTAL DE OBRAS | 14 |
| TOTAL DE CITAÇÕES | 9 |
| TOTAL COMO AUTOR | 14 |
| TOTAL COMO EDITOR | 0 |
| PRIMEIRO ANO DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2018 |
| ANO MAIS RECENTE DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2026 |
| ÍNDICE H | 2 |
Fathering in a Pandemic
COVID-19 interventions disrupted family life, disproportionately affecting low-income Black fathers. Although family relationships are critical aspects of men’s mental health and overall well-being, studies examining the effect of the pandemic from a Black fathering lens are sparse. This study explored Black fathers’ experiences and adaptive responses to fathering during the pandemic, highlighting mental health consequences of their experience. D…
At the crossroads of race and migration
African and Caribbean Black (ACB) immigrant adolescents experience unique constellations of risk factors that increase their vulnerability of both experiencing and initiating violence. Traditional disciplinary and punitive approaches are ineffective at addressing these root causes. Mental health interventions have the potential to reduce and prevent ACB adolescent violence; however, clinicians need culturally-responsive and community-informed str…
Mental Telehealth Utilization Patterns Among High School Students from Racial and Ethnic Minority Backgrounds Affected by Violence and Substance Use
A Mixed-Methods Examination of Fertility Desires and Reproductive Planning Among Low-Income Black Fathers
Findings highlight a breadth of factors influencing Black fathers' RLP and underscore the need for robust, tailored services. Community-based organizations already working with Black fathers can be leveraged to increase reproductive health awareness and facilitate reproductive life planning
Participant Perspectives on the Effects of an African American Faith-Based Health Promotion Educational Intervention
Men’s Preconception Health and Fertility Intentions
Men’s pregnancy intention is associated with a host of positive outcomes for families, yet this topic remains understudied. Because unintended pregnancies are more likely to occur at suboptimal parental health, this study aimed to examine the extent to which men improve their preconception health in the context of future fertility planning. This study used pooled data from the 2011–2019 National Survey of Family Growth for a final sample size of …
The Past Is so Present
Covid-19, “A Gift and a Curse” in Unsettling Times
The objectives of this study were to rapidly explore the perceptions of female-headed African American families on "stressors," "stress reactions," and "opportunities" amid the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown mandates. Semistructured telephone interviews were conducted with 9 African American women in a rural Midwestern (US) community, who were single parents/grandparents and cared for at least one child/grandchild aged 5 to 17 years. A thematic analy…
Unpreparedness and uncertainty
During disasters, vulnerable populations are disproportionately affected. COVID-19 disproportionately affected African American (AA) families, increasing their risk for COVID-19 morbidity and mortality. The pandemic also exacerbated existing negative milieu such as economic opportunity and access to social and healthcare services. We explored AA families’ experiences of indirect pandemic effects. Data were collected through semi-structured in-dep…
Sink or Swim
This study explores African American parents' experiences with using technology to engage their children in meaningful activities (e.g., e-learning) during COVID-19 and its impact on family health. Eleven African American families were recruited through a local health department program from a rural Midwestern community to participate in semi-structured interviews. Majority of participants reported stresses from feelings of "sink or swim" in a di…
Emerging from the Shadows
Community health workers (CHWs) have been identified as a key component of the health workforce in South Africa. However, the efficacy of CHW programs continues to be limited by a poor understanding of facilitators and barriers to CHW engagement. This study explores intrinsic and extrinsic factors that CHWs face. We conducted in-depth interviews with 20 CHWs in order to understand the challenges they may face as they implement their duties linked…
Family structure diversity
As family structures continue to evolve, understanding how communities perceive these changes and influences on youth engagement is important. This study examined community leaders’ perceptions of rural youth engagement as influenced by family structural changes. Fifteen rural community leaders were interviewed, and data were analyzed thematically. Three major themes emerged: familial influence on youth development, parents’ beliefs on structural…
Youth engagement
This mixed methods study examined how societal perceptions of community resources influence youth leadership development and health promotion. Sixteen community leaders were interviewed, and 31 young adults were surveyed. Friedman’s Two-Way ANOVA was used to evaluate variations in perceptions among youth. Qualitative findings highlighted schools and churches as critical in youth leadership development, community involvement, and health promotion.…
Why are we not winning? An exploration of causes for continued disengagement among graduates of low-income community leadership development programs
This mixed method study examines the causes of continued disengagement among graduates of a low-income community leadership development (CLD) program. Interviews were conducted with 55 CLD program graduates, 19 program facilitators, and 12 community members. Surveys were completed by 80 program graduates including the 55 who participated in interviews. Three main themes emerged with regard to community engagement: self-motivation, program leaders…
Why are we not winning? An exploration of causes for continued disengagement among graduates of low-income community leadership development programs
This mixed method study examines the causes of continued disengagement among graduates of a low-income community leadership development (CLD) program. Interviews were conducted with 55 CLD program graduates, 19 program facilitators, and 12 community members. Surveys were completed by 80 program graduates including the 55 who participated in interviews. Three main themes emerged with regard to community engagement: self-motivation, program leaders…
Family structure diversity
As family structures continue to evolve, understanding how communities perceive these changes and influences on youth engagement is important. This study examined community leaders’ perceptions of rural youth engagement as influenced by family structural changes. Fifteen rural community leaders were interviewed, and data were analyzed thematically. Three major themes emerged: familial influence on youth development, parents’ beliefs on structural…
Youth engagement
This mixed methods study examined how societal perceptions of community resources influence youth leadership development and health promotion. Sixteen community leaders were interviewed, and 31 young adults were surveyed. Friedman’s Two-Way ANOVA was used to evaluate variations in perceptions among youth. Qualitative findings highlighted schools and churches as critical in youth leadership development, community involvement, and health promotion.…
Unpreparedness and uncertainty
During disasters, vulnerable populations are disproportionately affected. COVID-19 disproportionately affected African American (AA) families, increasing their risk for COVID-19 morbidity and mortality. The pandemic also exacerbated existing negative milieu such as economic opportunity and access to social and healthcare services. We explored AA families’ experiences of indirect pandemic effects. Data were collected through semi-structured in-dep…
Why are we not winning? An exploration of causes for continued disengagement among graduates of low-income community leadership development programs
This mixed method study examines the causes of continued disengagement among graduates of a low-income community leadership development (CLD) program. Interviews were conducted with 55 CLD program graduates, 19 program facilitators, and 12 community members. Surveys were completed by 80 program graduates including the 55 who participated in interviews. Three main themes emerged with regard to community engagement: self-motivation, program leaders…
Emerging from the Shadows
Community health workers (CHWs) have been identified as a key component of the health workforce in South Africa. However, the efficacy of CHW programs continues to be limited by a poor understanding of facilitators and barriers to CHW engagement. This study explores intrinsic and extrinsic factors that CHWs face. We conducted in-depth interviews with 20 CHWs in order to understand the challenges they may face as they implement their duties linked…
Family structure diversity
As family structures continue to evolve, understanding how communities perceive these changes and influences on youth engagement is important. This study examined community leaders’ perceptions of rural youth engagement as influenced by family structural changes. Fifteen rural community leaders were interviewed, and data were analyzed thematically. Three major themes emerged: familial influence on youth development, parents’ beliefs on structural…
Youth engagement
This mixed methods study examined how societal perceptions of community resources influence youth leadership development and health promotion. Sixteen community leaders were interviewed, and 31 young adults were surveyed. Friedman’s Two-Way ANOVA was used to evaluate variations in perceptions among youth. Qualitative findings highlighted schools and churches as critical in youth leadership development, community involvement, and health promotion.…
Sink or Swim
This study explores African American parents' experiences with using technology to engage their children in meaningful activities (e.g., e-learning) during COVID-19 and its impact on family health. Eleven African American families were recruited through a local health department program from a rural Midwestern community to participate in semi-structured interviews. Majority of participants reported stresses from feelings of "sink or swim" in a di…
Men’s Preconception Health and Fertility Intentions
Men’s pregnancy intention is associated with a host of positive outcomes for families, yet this topic remains understudied. Because unintended pregnancies are more likely to occur at suboptimal parental health, this study aimed to examine the extent to which men improve their preconception health in the context of future fertility planning. This study used pooled data from the 2011–2019 National Survey of Family Growth for a final sample size of …
The Past Is so Present
Covid-19, “A Gift and a Curse” in Unsettling Times
The objectives of this study were to rapidly explore the perceptions of female-headed African American families on "stressors," "stress reactions," and "opportunities" amid the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown mandates. Semistructured telephone interviews were conducted with 9 African American women in a rural Midwestern (US) community, who were single parents/grandparents and cared for at least one child/grandchild aged 5 to 17 years. A thematic analy…
Unpreparedness and uncertainty
During disasters, vulnerable populations are disproportionately affected. COVID-19 disproportionately affected African American (AA) families, increasing their risk for COVID-19 morbidity and mortality. The pandemic also exacerbated existing negative milieu such as economic opportunity and access to social and healthcare services. We explored AA families’ experiences of indirect pandemic effects. Data were collected through semi-structured in-dep…
Participant Perspectives on the Effects of an African American Faith-Based Health Promotion Educational Intervention
Mental Telehealth Utilization Patterns Among High School Students from Racial and Ethnic Minority Backgrounds Affected by Violence and Substance Use
A Mixed-Methods Examination of Fertility Desires and Reproductive Planning Among Low-Income Black Fathers
Findings highlight a breadth of factors influencing Black fathers' RLP and underscore the need for robust, tailored services. Community-based organizations already working with Black fathers can be leveraged to increase reproductive health awareness and facilitate reproductive life planning
Fathering in a Pandemic
COVID-19 interventions disrupted family life, disproportionately affecting low-income Black fathers. Although family relationships are critical aspects of men’s mental health and overall well-being, studies examining the effect of the pandemic from a Black fathering lens are sparse. This study explored Black fathers’ experiences and adaptive responses to fathering during the pandemic, highlighting mental health consequences of their experience. D…
At the crossroads of race and migration
African and Caribbean Black (ACB) immigrant adolescents experience unique constellations of risk factors that increase their vulnerability of both experiencing and initiating violence. Traditional disciplinary and punitive approaches are ineffective at addressing these root causes. Mental health interventions have the potential to reduce and prevent ACB adolescent violence; however, clinicians need culturally-responsive and community-informed str…
Psychology (10 obras) · Medicine (9 obras) · Sociology (8 obras) · Political science (7 obras) · Environmental health (5 obras) · Qualitative research (5 obras) · COVID-19 and Mental Health (4 obras) · Gerontology (4 obras) · Nursing (4 obras) · Pandemic (4 obras)