This study examined the importance of spirituality and religion in daily life (i.e., only religion, only spirituality, both religion and spirituality, and neither religion nor spirituality) among a nationally representative sample of African Americans, Caribbean Blacks and non-Hispanic Whites. A majority in each group felt they were both important…

This study utilized data from the National Survey of American Life (NSAL) to investigate the use of professional services and informal support among African American and Caribbean black men with a lifetime mood, anxiety, or substance use disorder. Thirty-three percent used both professional services and informal support, 14% relied on professional…

This study examines the correlates of marital satisfaction using data from a national probability sample of African Americans (N = 962) and Black Caribbeans (N = 560). Findings reveal differences between African Americans and Black Caribbeans, and men and women within those groups, in the predictors of marital satisfaction. Black Caribbean women…

This study investigated the correlates of relationship satisfaction, marriage expectations, and relationship longevity among unmarried African American and Black Caribbean (Caribbean Black) adults who are in a romantic relationship. The study used data from the National Survey of American Life, a national representative sample of African Americans…

Explored components of group identification for 2,107 adult blacks from the National Study of Black America. Structural equation modeling revealed three dimensions to identity (identification with masses, elites, and rebels) variously associated with sociodemographic and residential variables. These results support at least three reference groups…

Used data from National Survey of Black Americans to study how Black adult males assess their performance as family providers. Multivariate analysis of responses from 771 Black males showed age and personal income significantly related to assessment: as Black men aged and as their incomes increased, they were more likely to perceive themselves as…

This study examined demographic predictors of attitudes regarding religious coping (i.e., prayer during stressful times and look to God for support, strength and guidance) within a national sample of African Americans, Caribbean Blacks, and non-Hispanic Whites (National Survey of American Life). The findings demonstrate significant Black-White…

Examined gender and age differences in religious indicators using National Survey of Black Americans data (n=2,107). Both genders manifested moderate/high levels of organizational, nonorganizational, and subjective religiosity. Women significantly exceeded African-American men in levels of religiosity at all ages, even when controlling for effects…

Investigated sociodemographic, family, and church factors as correlates of support from family and church members among African Americans. Surveys found significant age, gender, marital, and parental status differences in patterns of support from family and church. Perceptions of family closeness, degree of interaction with family, and overall…

Examined sociodemographic and religiosity factors as predictors of receipt of church-based support among a national sample (n=581) of older black Americans. Frequency of church attendance was the most important predictor of frequency and amount of support. Socioemotional support during illness was the most prevalent form of reported aid.…

Used National Survey of Black Americans data set to examine level of familial involvement among two groups of Black adults (n=2,107) who report that they do not receive financial assistance from their extended families. Results indicated extended family members constituted a ready and available source of assistance to Black adults. (Author/ABL)

Survey of familial and demographic factors on the receipt of support from family among blacks indicated that income, age, family contact, subjective family closeness, and proximity of relatives were determinants of receiving support. (Author/ABL)

Presents a demographic and socioeconomic profile of the Black elderly. Indicates that elderly Blacks have lower income levels, less education, lower occupational status, less adequate housing, and lower health status than elderly Whites. (MJL)

Examined correlates of education, income, and poverty among a national sample of elderly Black adults (N=581). Analyses indicated gender, marital status, age, employment status, urbanicity, and region were all important predictors of these measures of socio-economic status. Highlights demographic differences and overall depressed socio-economic…

Examined religious participation among elderly blacks (N=581) using data from a national sample of black Americans. Three indicators of religious participation were utilized: frequency of religious service attendance, church membership, and the degree of subjective religiosity. Found that religious participation varied by gender, marital status,…