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Below is a list of definitions, resources, and articles to assist with understanding of belonging
First Generation College Student
Being a first-gen student means that your parents did not complete a 4-year college or university degree.
Ethnic
The quality or fact of belonging to a population group or subgroup made up of people who share a common cultural background or descent (Oxford Language, 2023)
Low Socioeconomic Standing
A way of describing people based on their education, income, and type of job. Socioeconomic status is usually described as low, medium, and high. People with a lower socioeconomic status usually have less access to financial, educational, social, and health resources than those with a higher socioeconomic status. As a result, they are more likely to be in poor health and have chronic health conditions and disabilities.
Interdependent Cultural Norms
View close relationships, social roles, and group memberships as central to their sense of self (Giacomin & Jordan, 2017).
Independent. Cultural Norms
View internal attributes, such as traits, abilities, values, and attitudes as central to their sense of self (Giacomin & Jordan, 2017).
Inter-Generational Trauma
A concept developed to help explain years of generational challenges within families. It is the transmission (or sending it down to younger generations) of a historical event's oppressive or traumatic effects (Ryder, 2020). Watch the video by Psychologist Resmaa Menakem.
Self Construal Theory
Refers to how individuals view themselves at a fundamental level; whether they view themselves as primarily separate from or integrally connected to others. How may you view yourself?
Article
The Norms That Drive Behavior: Implications for Cultural Mismatch Theory.
Podcast Terms & Articles
Hispanic/Latinx
A variety of terms are used to describe people who come from, or have family roots coming from, countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. In the United States, two terms are most frequently used, sometimes interchangeably: Hispanic, and some variation of Latino, Latina, or Latinx (Alexander, 2022). Link for more information.
Black/African American
Black refers to dark-skinned people of African descent, no matter their nationality. "African American" refers to people born in the United States with African ancestry. Many people use the terms interchangeably (Huntsville, 2016). Why Do We Say African American?
Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI)
Used to describe a diverse and fast-growing population of 23 million Americans that includes roughly 50 ethnic groups with roots in more than 40 countries (Vincenty, 2022). Are You "AAPI" or Asian American?
Parasocial Relationship
A one-sided relationship people form with a media figure or celebrity. Research has found that podcast listeners form stronger parasocial relationships with their favorite podcast host when the host shows an interest in listeners, shares personal information, and is seen as more competent, authentic, and unpredictable (Tobin & Guadagno, 2022)
Native American
A member of any of the indigenous peoples of North, Central, and South America, especially those indigenous to what is now the continental US (Oxford Languages, 2022).
Article
Why people listen: Motivations and outcomes of podcast listening
Mindfulness
The awareness that emerges through paying attention on purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally to the unfolding of experience moment by moment (Sebastian & Slaten, 2020)
Mindful Engagement
Qualities of meaningful engagement are integrally linked, creating a coherent way of engagement. Requires the principle qualities and actions of: mindfulness; compassion and altruism; agency and authenticity; equality; critical use of language; and love and joy (Wood & Mazur, 2016)
Occupational Therapy Associations
APHOTA
The Asian Pacific Heritage Occupational Therapy Association (APHOTA) is a professional organization for occupational therapists and occupational therapy students who identify as Asian or Pacific Islander, or who have an interest in Asian and Pacific Islander cultures. Link to page.
NBOTC
The National Black Occupational Therapy Caucus (NBOTC) is a professional organization dedicated to promoting the health and wellness of Black individuals and communities through occupational therapy. NBOTC aims to address the unique needs and challenges facing Black occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and clients, and to advocate for social justice and equality in healthcare. Link to page
OT 4 Natives
OT Natives is a community organization formed by occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and students who belong to Indigenous/Native American cultures or have a keen interest in them. Their mission is to promote a culturally sensitive and comprehensive occupational therapy practice that values Indigenous/Native American traditions, beliefs, and values. Link to page
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Special Thanks to..
Dr. Arameh Anvarizadeh, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Dr. Wendy Lucas Wood, PHD
Sheela Ivlev, MS, OTR/L, CIMHP
Erin Ashley Brown, MA, MFT
Dr. Ariana Valdez
Dr. Bianca Rideout
Dr. Hannah Kalegzabher
Dr. Therese Fernandez
Dr. Paolo Castro
Dr. Angelina Munoz, OTD, OTR/L
Miriam Brown, MA, OTR/L
Dr. Gerard Blanco
Dr. Taylar Hirte
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