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- Title
EXPLORING THE EXPERIENCES OF MĀORI MEN IN A CULTURALLY ENRICHED WELL-BEING PROGRAMME.
- Authors
Ryan, Timothy
- Abstract
Aim: The aim of this research was to explore the experiences of participants in a health education programme designed specifically for Māori males, Tāne Takitu Ake (men standing together), delivered by community health workers and a nurse. Background: For primary health care nurses, engaging with some of the most at-risk men to make positive, achievable lifestyle changes poses a great challenge, even after repeated education interventions using a traditional Western health-centre consultation room and educational approaches. Methodology: A qualitative descriptive methodology was used, with thematic analysis of data from a focus group cohort. The research was conducted in multiple environments, including outdoor activities and classroom-like environments for teaching sessions. All participants were Māori males aged 38 to 55 years, and all but one were unemployed. All had been referred to the programme via social and/or health services. Data were gathered from a focus group during a 10-week kaupapa Māori programme involving cultural and clinical educational sessions. The programme consisted of two to three sessions per week where the participants met with a variety of clinical and community facilitators. Findings: The findings showed the men participating in this programme benefited in terms of health literacy and behaviour modification, and formed genuine relationships while supporting each other. Working in non-traditional health environments provided excellent opportunities for engagement. The key theme in the findings was that the learning environment created self-growth and self-identity. Most participants demonstrated a better understanding of their health and well-being. Conclusion: This research showed how using non-traditional environments which connect the men with Māori culture is integral for Māori men's health education. Integrating cultural protocol with health education can support positive nursing interventions while providing a safe place for Māori men to engage.
- Subjects
BEHAVIOR modification; FOCUS groups; HEALTH education; RESEARCH methodology; MEN'S health; NURSES; SCHOOL environment; SELF-perception; VOLUNTEER service; ETHNOLOGY research; COMMUNITY-based social services; THEMATIC analysis; HEALTH literacy
- Publication
Kaitiaki Nursing Research, 2019, Vol 10, Issue 1, p22
- ISSN
1179-772X
- Publication type
Article