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Journal Article 1: Woods-Giscombe, C. (2010). Superwoman schema: African American women’s views on stress, strength, and health. Qualitative Health Research, 20(5), 668-683.

Abstract: Researchers have suggested that health disparities in African American women, including adverse birth outcomes, lupus, obesity, and untreated depression, can be explained by stress and coping. The Strong Black Woman/Superwoman role has been highlighted as a phenomenon influencing African American women’s experiences and reports of stress. The purpose of this study was to develop a preliminary conceptual framework for Superwoman Schema by exploring women’s descriptions of the Superwoman role; perceptions of contextual factors, benefits, and liabilities; and beliefs regarding how it influences health.

Journal Article 2: Baker, D., Hebbeler, K., Davis-Alldritt, L., Anderson, L., & Knauer, H. (2015). School health services for children with special health care needs in California. Journal of School Nursing, 31(5), 318-325.

Abstract: Children with special health care needs are at risk for school failure when their health needs are not met. Current studies have identified a strong connection between school success and health. This study attempted to determine (a) how schools meet the direct service health needs of children and (b) who provides those services.