Hispanic and Latino Americans

It is evident that the United states of America is very racialized and has been since the beginning. Coming from a country that is of one culture, it is a culture shock when someone comes to America and everyone begins to categorize them racially. Hispanic is a very broad term, mainly because one can identify with any race within that. Puerto Rico and Cuba are both islands in the Caribbean they share many similarities but differences as well. A major theme that stood out to me in reading this…

particularly prevalent in the Latino community. Women in this culture are raised to be subservient, passive, and nurturing (Bechhofer and Parrot, 1991). They are considered socially inferior to men. Latino men are not expected to hold the same mores Latina women are. Males are expected to be dominate (almost exaggeratedly so). They are given the sexual freedom Latino woman are not due to their masculinity (Machismo). It’s important to remember, however, that Latino women hold a special position…

groups of people including whites and Asians while undermining others races such as African-Americans and Hispanics. The latest filed complaint with the United state education department regarding standardized tests in high schools in New York pointed that black and Hispanic students had a low average score in comparison with that of whites and Asians. The report cited the cause of this as the low number of Latino and black students being enrolled in leading public schools in comparison with the…

extraordinarily diverse in Brooklyn. Nearly 19.5% of Brooklyn’s population is Hispanic or Latino, 35.8% is Non-Hispanic White, 35.2% is Non-Hispanic AA, and more than 12.1% is Non-Hispanic Asian (U.S. Census Bureau, 2014). Compare to the data of 2011, the total population of Brooklyn is increasing. The percentage of Hispanic and Latino, Non-Hispanic White, and Non-Hispanic AA has decrease, while the percentage of Non-Hispanic Asian has increase for around 2%. The life expectancy of persons in…

Mexican-American community. Unfortunately, she gave him little attention. Although he had a very difficult childhood, he turned his bad experiences into acts for standup comedy, which is what he is later known for. Lopez was a successful…

different ways to treat different mental illnesses. From African Americans, Latinos, Asian Americans, and American Indians, they all have their own beliefs on mental health and different views on it. In America one of the largest groups and fastest growing population is that Latino population. Latinos are also known as a high-risk population for anxiety, depression, and substance abuse, according…

Abstract: Hispanic culture values family and community in healthcare practices. Traditional healing methods and cultural beliefs are deeply rooted in Hispanic culture and are often integrated with modern medicine. Globalization has also influenced Hispanic healthcare traditions and created a dynamic healthcare landscape. The cross-border interactions of the Hispanic population shape attitudes towards healthcare and impact access to healthcare services. There are popular and unique treatments in…

Researchers agree that the most prevalent form of racial discrimination in the American criminal justice system transpires within the treatment of juvenile offenders. Additionally, researchers have proposed that the informality, as well as the flexibility allowed in the juvenile criminal justice system, perpetuates the potential for abuse. Along with racial inequality, which is clearly evident during the arrest, the initial point of contact between the youth, law enforcement officials and the…

diverse groups (Church, 2005). Nancy Martinez is a Hispanic female that is considered low income. She faces many obstacles in her life due to her race, gender, and income level. In the 19th century Hispanic individuals were legally discriminated against and excluded from receiving social services. In addition to the exclusion of rights they have been denied land along with being underpaid for their labor (Church, 2005). Research indicates that Hispanic individuals often focus on cultural…

success and brought the Latino community together with her music, powerful voice, and positive spirit. Yet, what Selena also created and implemented in every aspect of her career, was a sense of confidence unlike any other. In fact, this picture of Selena represents how her fashion style truly created an impact by promoting body positivity and unique trends, the icon of identity and cultural representation she…