essay

To be aged, Hispanic, and female: the triple risk

twice a minority : mexican american womenSt. Louis, Missouri • Published In 1980 • Pages: 249-258

By: Stephens, Richard C., Oser, George T., Blau, Zena Smith.

Abstract
This is a study of the problems facing the elderly (over 65) Mexican American woman in the United States. The authors examine those areas of life that seem particularly important to the elderly, such as economic conditions (e.g., loss of income), health status, morale, and community involvement. While controlling for the important variables of age and social class, comparisons are made to Anglo women, younger Mexican American women (aged 55-64), and to Mexican American males. From the analysis of their data the authors conclude that: (1) the older Mexican American female appears more disadvantaged that the older Anglo female; (2) the Mexican American female appears to be in a worse position than does the Mexican American male; and (3) the older Mexican American female fares worse than the younger Mexican American female (pp. 257-258).
Subjects
Gender status
Classes
Senescence
culture
Chicanos
HRAF PubDate
2002
Region
North America
Sub Region
Regional, Ethnic and Diaspora Cultures
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Social Scientist
Document Rating
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
John Beierle ; 2001
Field Date
no date
Coverage Date
not specified
Coverage Place
Texas, United States
Notes
Richard C. Stephens, George T. Oser, and Zena Smith Blau
Includes bibliographical references (p. 258)
LCCN
80011177
LCSH
Mexican Americans