Table 3

Cultural factors influencing health behaviors of west African immigrant mothers in Finland 3 × 3 matrix, PEN-3 model

DOMAINPOSITIVEEXISTENTIALNEGATIVE
PERCEPTION
  • Perception of health

  • Perceptions of the role of lifestyle in NCD prevention

  • Perceived role of the mother in the family

  • Perceptions of homemade food

  • Perception of African food vs finnish food

  • Perception of body image and health

  • Motherhood expectations and their impact on well-being

ENABLERS
  • Presence of ethnic food stores

 
  • Extended financial obligations

NURTURERS  
  • Expectations of motherhood

  • Lack of available support from extended family

Source(s): Adapted from (Airhihenbuwa, 1992)

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