A national survey released today reveals that Hispanics engage in healthy behaviors to manage stress, such as exercising and seeking support from family and friends, more than the general U.S. population, but that stress is still a major health concern for this group. While Hispanics cite many sources of stress in their lives, the leading source of stress — particularly for Hispanic women — is concern for the health of family members. Similar to others in the United States, money and work are also significant sources of stress for Hispanics.
To schedule an interview with our stress and mind/body health experts, please call Kathleen Archer 202-336-5910; Juanita Panlener (Español) 202-331-4323; Adam Segal, National Alliance for Hispanic Health, 202-422-4673; or Amber McCracken, National Women’s Health Resource Center, 703-528-9302.
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Hispanics and Stress Partnering Organizations
American Psychological Association
The American Psychological Association (APA), in Washington, D.C., is the largest scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States and is the world's largest association of psychologists. APA’s membership includes more than 150,000 researchers, educators, clinicians, consultants and students. Through its divisions in 54 subfields of psychology and affiliations with 60 state, territorial and Canadian provincial associations, APA works to advance psychology as a science, a profession and a means of promoting health, education and human welfare. For more information, visit The APA Help Center.
National Alliance for Hispanic Health
The mission of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance) is to improve the health and well-being of Hispanics. Founded in 1973, the Alliance is the nation’s oldest and largest network of Hispanic health and human service providers. Alliance members deliver quality services to more than 14 million people annually. As the nation’s action forum for Hispanic health and well-being, the programs of the Alliance strive to inform and mobilize consumers; support health care providers in the delivery of quality care; promote appropriate use of technology; improve the science base for accurate decision-making; and promote philanthropy among Hispanic communities. For more information, visit www.hispanichealth.org.
National Women’s Health Resource Center
The National Women’s Health Resource Center (NWHRC) is the leading independent health information source for women. The nonprofit organization develops and distributes up-to-date and objective women’s health information based on the latest advances in medical research and practice. NWHRC believes all women should have access to the most trusted and reliable health information. For more information, visit www.healthywomen.org.