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A Review Exploring Acculturation and Type 2 Diabetes in Spanish-Speaking Populations
Alyssia M Miller De Rutté1, Amanda Barrie2
1Department of Languages and Linguistics, The University of Tampa, Tampa, FL, USA.
Summary
This review explored how acculturation impacts type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in U.S. Spanish-speaking populations. Current research shows conflicting results, indicating a need for more studies on acculturation and T2DM.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Sociology
Background:
- Acculturation's effects on health are studied in Spanish-speaking populations.
- The link between acculturation and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) remains under-explored.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the relationship between acculturation and T2DM.
- Focus on Spanish-speaking populations in the United States.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of selected studies.
- Analysis by population, ethnicity, acculturation scale, and significance.
Main Results:
- Thirty-two articles were analyzed.
- Conflicting data exists regarding acculturation's effect on T2DM.
Conclusions:
- Inconclusive results on the significance of acculturation and diabetes.
- Further investigation is warranted for Spanish-speaking populations.
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