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Research Publications
Using qualitative inquiry and participatory research approaches to develop prevention research: validating a life course perspective.Lesser J, Koniak-Griffin D.Center for Community-Based Health Promotion with Women and Children, Department of Family and Community Health Systems, UT Health Science Center at San Antonio School of Nursing (Dr Lesser); and Women's Health Research, Health Promotion Science Section, and Center for Vulnerable Populations Research, University of California, Los Angeles, School of Nursing (Dr Koniak-Griffin). Application of life course theory (LCT) holds promise for advancing knowledge toward the elimination of health disparities. This article validates the usefulness of employing a life course perspective when conducting health disparities research. We provide an overview of LCT as it applies to our research program in prevention of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) among Latino teen parents. We illustrate the goodness-of-fit of our research with the basic premises of LCT. Though early adverse life experiences impact health over the lifespan, strength-based HIV prevention programs designed for Latino teen parents that recognize the reality of their lives may alter their health trajectory. |
