Meryville P.
Jacildo BSN4G
Learning Task Module 6 November 28, 2022
Problem-based Assignment
Compare and contrast the child rearing practices of three cultural groups. For each of the
three groups, also discuss the role of extended family members in raising children, and
describe the ways in which extended family members can assist parents during a child’s
illness.
German and Anglo-American mothers- When it comes to their methods of childrearing,
there is early autonomy and fewer physical interventions. German parents, who also tended to
utilize more punitive child-rearing techniques, were reportedly more strict and gave their kids
less autonomy than American parents. In both nations, the mother is viewed as being more
affectionate and the father as being the main disciplinarian. German fathers appear to be
tougher with their children than their American counterparts, even though American mothers
have higher achievement expectations for their kids than do German mothers. Germany
frequently distinguishes between the mother's and father's parenting responsibilities more
sharply than the US. Extended family members tend to assist during child’s illness but not that
common in since they’re raised to be more independent and play the role of being parents as
well as attending to their responsibilities in their children without depending on their parents or
relatives.
Japanese Children- In Japan, it's highly unlikely that a child would be physically separated
from their mother on a regular basis. Proximal parenting is common in Japan. Co-sleeping, co-
bathing, and play that prioritizes physical contact between mother and child are examples of
these. Babysitters, date nights without the child, and weekend getaways for just mom and dad
are not widespread or well-accepted in Japanese culture. When it comes to extended family, it is
observed that the elderly Japanese prefer to rely on the kids who live with them and still tend to
take care of their kids and grandkids, especially when they are ill.
Puerto Rican and Dominican Mothers- Both parents from the Dominican Republic and
Puerto Rico exhibit high levels of verbal and physical affection and low levels of strictness,
inconsistent, and punishing parenting techniques. Puerto Rican families are actualized, through
the lens of familismo, respecto, simpatia, and personalismo. On measures of authoritarian and
permissive parenting, Dominican and Puerto Rican parenting was comparable.
Critically examine the perceived causes of chronic illness and disability in children from
diverse cultures. Describe how the parental philosophic and religious beliefs affect their
reaction to and explanations for the child’s chronic illness and/or disability.
Among the issues that will be impacted by family and community expectations for the social
role(s) that a person with a chronic illness or disability would play are education, social
integration, and independence. Additionally, despite the fact that chronic illness and disability
are sometimes perceived as distinct issues from the wide range of difficulties minority and
immigrant groups have in society, these issues are actually intimately connected. In the context
of ethnic and minority groups, concerns about the family's function, acculturation and
integration, and social articulation are frequently raised. Cultural misunderstandings and overt
discrimination may exacerbate the problems experienced by the chronically ill or disabled
individual in a multicultural environment. What problems are regarded as requiring typical
Western medical care and whether someone will follow through with recommended therapy are
determined by a person's culturally based health beliefs and practices. In contrast, people from
minority groups may put off getting medical attention because of historical injustices, racism,
and various cultural beliefs in the healthcare system. Communication between clinicians and
patients is greatly influenced by patients' beliefs about health and illness.Family and community
attitudes toward people with disabilities will be greatly influenced by traditional ideas about the
causes of chronic sickness or disability. These views will also have an impact on how, when, and
why medical advice is sought. The amount of time, effort, and collaboration spent by family and
the community on behalf of the person with an impairment will depend on the parents' and the
community's survival expectations.
Describe the symptoms associated with the following Hispanic cultural illnesses affecting
children:
Pujos (grunting)- symptoms associated grunting and protrusion of the umbilicus.
Mal ojo (evil eye)- The spiritual belief is that when a person looks at another in the eye with
envy, jealousy, malicious intent, or even admiration, the recipient receives negative energy. The
young are especially vulnerable because they aren't yet resilient enough to repel it. Many believe
that the symptoms of mal de ojo can manifest in fever, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, insomnia, loss
of appetite, and bad luck. In children, additional symptoms may include diarrhea and excessive
crying.
Caida de la mollera (fallen fontanel)- A blow upon the youngster’s
head usually caused by a fall from a height, is believed to dislodge the fontanel,
causing it to sink. It is also caused by failure of midwife to press on palate after delivery, falling
on head, failing to place cap on infant's head. Symptoms include crying, fever, vomiting,
diarrhea (dehydration).
Empacho (a digestive disorder)- There are emotional facets to empacho,
however. Regardless of the original cause, empacho is conceived as a manifestly physiological
condition in which a chunk of food clings to the intestinal wall causing sharp pains. Symptoms
includes excessive thirst and abdominal swelling or discomfort.
