essay

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

twice a minority : mexican american women • St. 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).

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