DEI/Culture Humility
What term refers to a rigid attitude, belief, or opinion held by an individual about another person or group, based on flawed or unsubstantiated information? An example of this is that Black or Latino applicants are often treated less favorably than white applicants with the same financial qualifications. This can manifest in actions like landlords falsely claiming a property is unavailable or imposing stricter rental terms.
Prejudice
Dr. Long mentioned 3 constructions in cultural identity in her talk. What are the 3 constructions?
Cultural, social and person
Research shows that individuals living in neighborhoods with safe parks, clean air, and access to grocery stores with fresh produce have better physical and mental health outcomes. Which social determinant of health is described in this context?
Neighborhood and built environment
Which country sits in NE Africa, has access to the Mediterranean Sea (north) and the Red Sea (east), is primarily Arabic-speaking, and highlights Eid al-Adha and the Day of Arafah as holidays?
Egypt and Islam
Which country features regional cuisines such as Provence (Mediterranean influence) and is strongly associated with pastries like croissants along with cheeses and bread as staples?
France
What term describes the act of assigning generalized and oversimplified characteristics to an individual or group, often based on assumptions about their race, gender, or other traits? An example of this is assuming that all women are less competent in technical fields or that all teenagers are irresponsible, regardless of their individual abilities or behavior.
Stereotyping
What term refers to the practices related to the production, preparation, distribution and consumption of food within a particular community or group? For example, traditional recipes passed down through generations, the significance of communal meals, and the influence of local ingredients on a region’s cuisine.
Foodways
What are the five domains under the social determinants of health?
Economic stability, education access and quality, health care access and quality, social and community context, and neighborhood and built environment.
Which country describes table etiquette where dishes are shared in the middle, elders/guests are honored and served first, and chopsticks are used (including “don’t stick chopsticks upright in a bowl”)?
Vietnam
Which country emphasizes dining etiquette like hands visible and no elbows on the table, commonly uses ingredients like cabbage, bread, potatoes, meat, and mustard, and highlights cooking methods like braising/roasting (including beer used in cooking in Bavaria)?
Germany
What term refers to the principle of ensuring that all individuals are treated fairly and have access to the same opportunities, resources, and rights, regardless of their differences such as race, gender, socioeconomic status, or background? For example, providing equal pay for equal work, ensuring voting rights for all citizens, and creating accessible education systems for everyone, regardless of their circumstances.
Equality
We discussed the food choice motives. What are the nine common food choice motives as we discussed?
Health, mood, convenience, natural content, price, sensory appeal, familiarities, weight control, and ethical concerns
Results from a research project revealed that married couples live longer than divorced couples. Which social determinants of health fit in this context?
Social and community context
Which country is landlocked in Southeastern Africa, has the staple nsima (thick maize porridge) with ndiwo (relish), and experiences food insecurity that can be worse in a “lean season” (Jan–Mar)?
Malawi
Which country highlights a strong food culture around churrasco, and describes dietary patterns influenced by Indigenous, Portuguese, and African traditions?
Brazil
What term refers to the practice of providing individuals or groups with the specific resources and support they need to achieve fair outcomes, acknowledging that different people may require different levels of assistance based on their unique circumstances? For example, offering additional educational programs to students from underserved communities to help close achievement gaps or providing accessible healthcare services to those in remote areas.
Equity
What term refers to the process by which individuals or groups adjust and integrate into a new cultural environment while maintaining aspects of their original culture? For example, immigrants learning the language and customs of their new country while continuing to celebrate traditional holidays and practices from their homeland.
Cultural adaptation
Results from a research project revealed that children in well-funded schools often have better access to nutritious meals, health education outcomes, and extracurricular programs, compared to those in underfunded schools. Which social determinant of health is described in this context?
Education access and quality
Which country has a dominant religion of Buddhism (~92%), uses fork + spoon etiquette and commonly leaves rice leftover, and teaches Traditional Medicine based on the four elements (earth, water, air, fire) with examples like ya dom/ya hom herbal products?
Thailand
Which country highlights a strong food culture around churrasco, and describes dietary patterns influenced by Indigenous, Portuguese, and African traditions?
Australia
What is the definition of cultural humility? Hit at least 4 aspects.
Cultural humility is a lifelong process of self-reflection and learning, characterized by a commitment to understanding and respecting the cultural identities and experiences of others:
What is the definition of "Omnivore's Paradox"?
Humans can consume a wide variety of foods available on every continent. They are attracted to new foods, but prefer familiar foods.
Explain how economic stability influences health outcomes as a key factor within the social determinants of health. Include one potential public policy solution to address this issue and improve economic stability for underserved populations.
(answer varies)
Which country sits in NE Africa, has access to the Mediterranean Sea (north) and the Red Sea (east), is primarily Arabic-speaking, and highlights Eid al-Adha and the Day of Arafah as holidays?
Egypt and Islam
Which country has the Apennine Mountains running down the center, the Alps in the north, the Mediterranean Sea surrounding it, and valleys influenced by the Po River—and is strongly shaped by Roman Catholicism (Vatican City)?
Italy