Date of Award
8-7-2018
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Communication
First Advisor
Patricia Davis
Second Advisor
Marian Meyers
Third Advisor
Jaye Atkinson
Abstract
The Strong Black Woman narrative and characteristic fosters both positive and negative representations of African American women. This study explores the lived experiences of African American women and their encounters with stereotypes, particularly the Strong Black Woman narrative and characteristic, through their lifespan. By examining three dominant age groups (young adults, middle-aged adults, and older adults) this study analyzed the level of endorsement to the Strong Black Woman narrative in connection to self-care and help seeking behaviors. The article and supplemental documentary contribute to existing research and support the idea that African American women become stronger when they practice self-care and help-seeking behaviors.
DOI
https://doi.org/10.57709/12282921
Recommended Citation
Bailey, Verinique, "Stronger: An Examination of the Effects of the Strong Black Woman Narrative through the Lifespan of African American Women." Thesis, Georgia State University, 2018.
doi: https://doi.org/10.57709/12282921