Although available data show that Asian/Pacific Islanders have longer life expectancy, lower death rates, and lower infant mortality rates, Asian/Pacific Islanders remain the most poorly understood minority group in the U.S. in terms of health status and health care utilization. The health care needs, especially issues related to substance use and mental health, of Asian/Pacific Islander women have been traditionally underserved due to a variety of factors. This paper will examine the nature of the link between culture, alcohol, and violence against Asian/Pacific Islander women, and will discuss the effective prevention and intervention strategies being used to address these issues.
Learning Objectives: At the end of this session, participants will be able to: Articulate the relationship between specific cultural factors, alcohol and illicit drug use, and violence against Asian/Pacific Islander women. Describe the key elements of a culturally competent system of care for prevention and intervention services tailored for Asian/Pacific Islander women. List specific prevention and intervention program strategies for addressing the issue of substance abuse and violence against Asian/Pacific Islander women.
Keywords: Asian and Pacific Islander Women, Violence
Presenting author's disclosure statement:
Organization/institution whose products or services will be discussed: None
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.