Understanding the socio-cultural context of obesity in rural iTaukei Fiji: 'A participatory research approach'

Kamal Singh

doi:10.5204/thesis.eprints.110807

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Understanding the socio-cultural context of obesity in rural iTaukei Fiji: 'A participatory research approach'

Kamal Singh

Doctor of Philosophy, Queensland University of Technology

2017

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5204/thesis.eprints.110807

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Abstract

community-based participatory research

socio-cultural

overweight

physical activity

obestity

iTaukei

Indigenous

nutrition

rural

cultural safety

This research study examines the socio-cultural context of obesity using a community-based participatory research (CBPR) methodology in a rural iTaukei community in Fiji. Additionally, this research was conducted in three sequential phases, each aimed at a different perspective of the situation. The findings of this research provide guidance and understanding about the socio-cultural factors that influence community's perceptions' about obesity and underpin knowledge for the future development of culturally safe health promotion programs to support better health outcomes and eliminate health disparities in the rural parts of Fiji.

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Title: Understanding the socio-cultural context of obesity in rural iTaukei Fiji: 'A participatory research approach'
Authors: Kamal Singh - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Health - Nursing
Awarding institution: Queensland University of Technology
Degree awarded: Doctor of Philosophy
DOI: 10.5204/thesis.eprints.110807
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99999996802621
Output Type: Dissertation

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