Eboni J. Baugh

Ethnic identity and body image among black and white college females.

Abstract Objective: This study examines ethnic identity and body image in black and white college females. Participants: Researchers surveyed 118 students at 2 universities, 1 traditionally white and 1 historically black. Methods: Correlations and multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA) were used to investigate the relationship between race, ethnic identity, and body dissatisfaction. Results: There was no relationship between a womans ethnic identity and her body dissatisfaction. Although white women scored higher on body dissatisfaction measures, women in both groups who had higher body dissatisfaction scores also choose smaller ideal body types. Results suggest that identification with an ethnic group may not shield women from being dissatisfied with their bodies. Conclusion: Colleges and universities should be aware that many women could experience body dissatisfaction and develop diverse programs that target women from different ethnic groups.

The Influence of Perceived Parenting Style and Contraceptive Self-Efficacy on College Student Contraceptive Use

ABSTRACT Few studies have examined the influence that parenting style has on the contraceptive use of college students. The current study explored the relationships between perceived parenting style, contraceptive attitudes, contraceptive self-efficacy, and contraceptive use in 270 college students. Analyses revealed that perceived parenting style had a relationship with contraceptive attitudes and when combined with contraceptive self-efficacy predicted contraceptive use. Findings suggest that for college students, both internal and external influences on beliefs contribute to contraceptive use and the parent–child relationship remains influential. Further research should explore specific aspects of parent–child communication that increase self-efficacy and subsequent contraceptive use. The implications of current results could inform the delivery of parent education and student sexual health programs.

An Examination of the Influence of Ethnic Identity and Parental Attachment on the Body Esteem of Black Sorority Women

The primary goal of the current study was to explore the influence of ethnic identification and parental attachment on the body esteem of Black women who were members of a Black sorority. To date, there has been no published research examining determinants of body image in this population of Black women. The authors hypothesized that ethnic identity and attachment to mother would predict body esteem in this population. One hundred twelve women (M age 39.3) were surveyed, and hierarchical regression analysis revealed that attachment to mother was a significant predictor of body esteem, especially with regard to physical condition and weight control. The findings from the current study suggest that the mother-daughter relationship remains influential in the development of positive body esteem over the life span.

Balancing Work and Family: A Pilot Evaluation of an Evidence-Based Parenting Education Program

In balancing family and work demands, there is an ever-increasing need for programming for working parents that increases their effectiveness in both domains. More evidence is needed in order to substantiate the delivery of such programs in the workplace. This study measured the effectiveness of an evidence-based parenting intervention, with pre- and postassessments of parenting experience, workplace outcomes, and child behavior. In all, 49 participants completed a 5-week pilot study of the adapted Level 3 Triple P – Positive Parenting Program. Participants reported increased positive parenting experiences and improved work engagement. Results provide evidence to support the delivery of short-term parenting interventions in the workplace, as well as evidence that these interventions can produce positive outcomes both at home and work.

Effectively Placing Family Studies Majors at Internship Sites: The ECU-LINCS Match Process

The authors discuss internships as a high-impact practice and the elements that contribute to that status. They also discuss the internship program at East Carolina University and the in house developed process to match students and internship sites called ECU-LINCS. The process is comprised of ten steps: internship orientation, internship fair, contacting potential agencies, updating the resume, site visits and interviews, ECU-LINCS rank form, matchmaking, announcement gathering, assignment acceptance, and begin internship, and the process for each step is described. The authors also discuss the findings in a preliminary evaluation of the process.

Teaching Grant Writing to Undergraduate Students: A High-Impact Experience

Jorgensen, Ballard, Baugh, Taylor, and Carroll describe how competencies in fundraising are incorporated into the FCS curriculum and describe the methods used to teach the grant-writing process. They address identifying and working with community partners, the writing and peer-review process, reflection, and presentation. Throughout the chapter, the authors illustrate how the experience meets the following high-impact elements: spending considerable amounts of time on the meaningful tasks, interacting about substantive matters, receiving frequent performance feedback, applications to different settings on/off campus, and authentic connections are made with peers, faculty, community, and/or the university. Finally, they conclude with recommendations and quotes from students who have completed the course projects.