A5051220516- Infant Development and Preterm Care
- Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
- Intimate Partner and Family Violence
- Child Nutrition and Water Access
- Breastfeeding Practices and Influences
- Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues
- Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Neonatal Respiratory Health Research
- COVID-19 Impact on Reproduction
- Infant Health and Development
- Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development
- Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations
- Poverty, Education, and Child Welfare
- Child and Adolescent Health
- Child Abuse and Trauma
- Migration, Health and Trauma
- Homelessness and Social Issues
- Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
- Racial and Ethnic Identity Research
- Family and Disability Support Research
- Gender, Security, and Conflict
- Migration and Labor Dynamics
- HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
- Stress Responses and Cortisol
- Global Maternal and Child Health
University of Washington
2022-2025
Seattle University
2024
National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences
2023
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
2019-2023
Marquette University
2023
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
2022-2023
Medical College of Wisconsin
2020-2023
Indiana University Bloomington
2023
University of Pittsburgh
2023
Loyola University Chicago
2023
Abstract Background The objective of this study was to model the predictors HIV prevalence in Malawi through a complex sample logistic regression and spatial mapping approach using national Demographic Health Survey datasets. Methods We conducted secondary data analysis 2015–2016 AIDS Indicator Survey. performed three stages while incorporating population survey sampling weights to: i) interpolate data, ii) identify clusters with high infection, iii) perform multivariate regression. Results...
Background Preterm infants are uniquely vulnerable to early toxic stress exposure while in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and also being at risk for suboptimal neurodevelopmental outcomes. However, complex biological mechanisms responsible variations preterm infants’ outcomes because of NICU remain unknown. Innovative behavioral epigenetics research offers a possible mechanism describes how may lead epigenetic alterations, potentially affecting short- long-term Objective The aim...
ABSTRACT Preterm birth has been associated with greater psychological distress and less positive mother infant interactions than were experienced by mothers of full‐term infants. Maternal sociodemographic factors have also shown a strong association the mother‐infant relationship. However, findings on their effects over time are limited. In this longitudinal analysis, we explored relationship maternal variables (maternal age, education, marital status, being social assistance, race, weight,...
Background: Emotional abuse of women is common and has significant health social consequences. often precedes physical sexual abuse. Research centered on emotional limited when compared with other forms abuse, such as A lack understanding in can lead to negative complications failure provide the most effective care. close examination attributes needed inform interventions that improve women’s outcomes. Purpose: The purpose this concept analysis explore critical components against context...
Background: Breastfeeding self-efficacy among both mothers and fathers is critical in enhancing exclusive breastfeeding rates. However, the interrelationship between maternal paternal their determinants remains unknown. Research Aims: We aimed to (a) investigate relationship scores postpartum for fathers; (b) explore factors associated with this group; (c) examine of combined parents Malawi. Methods: conducted a cross-sectional study on mother–father couples at tertiary maternity facility...
PTS symptoms are a common negative emotional response of mothers preterm infants. one the least explored responses in postpartum period and Malawi has highest birth world, but little is known about following Malawi. The purpose this paper to review evidence on incidence, prevalence, impact birth, predictors symptoms, screening management, identify gaps applicability developing countries such as A literature search was conducted using PubMed, PsychINFO, CINAHL, ERIC databases. Articles were...
Background Among Black Americans, interpersonal racial discrimination is common. Stress, including following discrimination, contributes to pregnancy complications. In this secondary analysis, we provide data on associations among stress, and their interaction across the life course inflammation, perceived depressive symptoms during pregnancy. Methods During early third trimester, American women ( n = 93) completed Experiences of Discrimination Scale, Stress Adversity Inventory, Perceived...
Abstract Background Child malnutrition persists globally with men and women playing distinct roles to support children’s nutrition. Women frequently carry the bulk of workload related food, care, health, all which are critical factors in child For this reason, development efforts have emphasised ignoring potential role supporting This study sought understand different that Malawian play Methods qualitative was conducted rural Central Malawi as part a baseline 2017 for CARE Southern Africa...
In the United States, undocumented immigrants often encounter complex challenges that impact their emotional well-being. Existing literature has primarily focused on Latino immigrants. Thus, little is known about mental health needs of African immigrant women. To address this gap, we examined stressors, concerns and coping strategies migrant women in States. This qualitative study used a postcolonial feminist framework approach. Twenty-four were interviewed, data analyzed using thematic...
The burden of HIV infection in southern Africa is a public health concern with an increasing number new infections. This study sought to investigate the predictors prevalence Mozambique through complex samples logistic regression and spatial mapping approach using nationally representative data.We conducted secondary data analysis 2015 Demographic Health Survey AIDS Indicator Survey. performed four stages while incorporating population survey sampling weights did following: i) created sample...
Abstract Aims This article discusses possible barriers to help‐seeking that Indigenous and Black women encountered when seeking help related experiences of intimate partner violence during the COVID‐19 pandemic. Design is focused on understanding impact pandemic populations at highest risk for in its most severe forms. Data Sources Literature sources range from 2010 2022. The also informed by scholars advocates working with experiencing Wisconsin. In our write‐up, we draw feminism feminist...
Violent behaviour perpetrated against women has long-lasting negative physical and mental health consequences for women, their children, families, communities. Intimate partner violence (IPV) is associated with many adverse physical, psychological, emotional consequences. Structural racism historical trauma affect women's trust further hinder the ability of Indigenous Black to seek help after experiencing IPV. The availability IPV support services, which can include shelter, food, group...
Malawian mothers regardless of gestation at birth find pregnancy to be a stressful period that triggers worry due fear maternal death. Research has mostly focused on depressive symptoms gestation. Limited literature exists posttraumatic stress and worry. The purpose this study was translate validate the Perinatal PTSD Questionnaire Child Health Worry Scale for assessment about child's health, respectively, among women. process assuring accuracy translation involved having five native...
Purpose Research has documented that holding certain etiological beliefs about depression can determine the level of stigma experienced by individuals with depression. To date, no studies have yet examined this relationship among adolescents. Using a sample Arab adolescents, purpose study was to describe adolescents' etiology depression, and examine whether these influence type severity stigma. Methods A nationwide school survey conducted in representative Jordanian public private schools...
To examine the wealth index over a decade utilizing Malawi's Demographic and Health (DHS) survey data from 2004, 2010, 2015/16, to explore factors that predict higher wealth.This was retrospective descriptive study.The study utilized DHS 2015/2016. The total number of participants 77,194. Linear regression models were used assess effects predictors. All analyses conducted in Stata version 13.Findings showed no significant increase between years. However, increases associated with smaller...