Implementing this form of the systems theory with long term issues may be beneficial to all levels of its concepts: micro …show more content…
The Hispanic population may be considered diverse and/or complex when assessing the overall micro, mezzo, and macro community levels. Each level exhibits different efficiencies and deficiencies; encourage specific disparities; and practice specified cultural and personal beliefs. Incorporating the systems theory, in this format, as an assessment tool for immediate and long-term issues may prove several benefits. This incorporation may increase the potential for enhanced and sustainable resolution of immediate and long-term issues; the potential identification of risk factors and signs of issues; and the development of strategies that resolve issues as well as to prevent the development of new issues.
References
Lindskog, M. (2012). Systems theory: Myth or mainstream? Logistics Research, 4(1-2), 63-81. doi:http://dx.doi.org.library.capella.edu/10.1007/s12159-011-0062-9
Wallerstein, N., & Duran, B. (2006). Using community-based Participatory research to address health disparities. Health Promotion Practice, 7(3), 312-323. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1524839906289376
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