Module 3 | Part 3: Research Analysis I have identified one topic of interest for further study. I have researched and identified one peer-reviewed research article focused on this topic and have analyzed this article. The results of these efforts are shared below. Directions: Complete Step 1 by using the table and subsequent space below identify and analyze the research article you have selected. Complete Step 2 by summarizing in 2-3 paragraphs the results of your analysis using the space identified. THIS IS the “Research Analysis Matrix” section of the template referred to in the Assignment Instructions Step 1: Research Analysis Complete the table below Topic of Interest: Disparities in mental health treatment among African Americans Research Article: Include full citation in APA format, as well as link or search details (such as DOI) Zohaib eSohail, William Donald Richie, & Rahn Kennedy Bailey. (2014). Misconceptions of Depression in African Americans. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 5. https://doi- org.ezp.waldenulibrary.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2014.00065 Professional Practice Use: One or more professional practice uses of the theories/concepts presented in the article African Americans have reduced access to mental health services and receive poor quality services as compared to whites. National comorbidity survey reports blacks despite having a lower risk of mood disorder, once diagnosed, were more likely to be persistently ill. Non-traditional symptoms may also be sometimes observed in African Americans, such as hypertension. The article reports, in African Americans, holistic treatments are found to be successful in reducing depressive symptoms. It is noticed that blacks do have mental healthcare access, receive poor quality care as compared to whites. Inadequate and insufficient data on African Americans contributes to the problems of under diagnoses, misdiagnosis, and under treatment of depression. Providing equal and quality access to all will help eliminate discrimination and disparities. Research Analysis Matrix Add more rows if necessary Strengths of the Research Limitations of the Research Relevancy to Topic of Interest Notes Acknowledging limited research of this topic. Continued research is needed. Mental health treatment in African Americans N/A Highlighting the problem of depression in African Americans. Past researchers used samples not equally represented Depression in African Americans Underserved African Americans dealing with mental health issues. Misconception of mental health disorders. Factors that influence. N/A Describe your approach to identifying and analyzing peer-reviewed research • Identify at least two strategies that you would use that you found to be effective in finding peer-reviewed research • Identify at least one resource you intend to use in the future to find peer-reviewed research Using the Walden University Library, the initial search included the following databases: EBSCO Host, ProQuest, and CINAHL Plus with Full-Text databases for useful peer-reviewed articles. The first topic of the search was “Disadvantages in Mental Health Services and Treatment Among African-Americans,” however, the search did not produce any articles published within the last five years; therefore, I chose another topic to research. After searching and reviewing some topics regarding mental health issues in African Americans, the search to include full-text, peer-reviewed scholarly journals/articles. Through this action, an article of interest in the Thoreau database was discovered. This database seemed to be very user friendly. I reviewed and critiqued the article to determine if it had the necessary information required for this assignment. The CARP Test was utilized to assess the article. Critique of the content based on currency, authority, relevance & reliability, and purpose or point of view was completed. I intend to continue using all databases, however, will utilize the database tools to narrow or limit my search criteria for future information.
