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A 6 page annotated bibliography that offers an exploration of the content and purpose of four articles, with particular focus on how the information that these researchers relate pertains to the topics of advocacy and marginalized populations, such as the homeless. This investigation will also sum up strengths and any evident weaknesses in the reported studies. After summarizing article content, this investigation concludes by summing up how the data applies to nursing practice with homeless populations. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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of advocacy and marginalized populations, such as the homeless. This investigation will also sum up strengths and any evident weaknesses in the reported studies. After summarizing article content, this investigation
concludes by summing up how the data applies to nursing practice with homeless populations. Frankish, C.J., Hwang, S.W. & Quantz, D. (2005). Homelessness and health in Canada: Research lessons
and priorities. Canadian Journal of Public Health 96(2), S23-S29. This informative study provides an overview of homelessness in Canada by reviewing pertinent empirical research. In so doing, the researchers
provide valuable insight on this topic, beginning with the definition of homelessness, which has generated considerable debate. This study shows that homelessness exists along a continuum, with those living outdoors
and places not intended for human habitation at one end of the spectrum and people living with friends and family at the other, as well as people who are at-risk
for homelessness. Research shows the complexity of homelessness and how are multiple paths to homelessness. Additional key points revealed are that the connection between homelessness and poor health are
also complex, and efforts to improve the health of homeless people have included a variety of interventions, ranging from biomedical to policy strategies. This study also identified significant gaps in
the research, which includes finding a definitive measure for the health status of the homeless. This is a reasoned, extensive review of current and pertinent research that provides much needed
guidance to health professionals on this topic. The primary strength of the study is its broad scope and no discernible weaknesses were evident in study methodology or discussion. North,
C.S., Eyrich, K.M., Pollio, D.E. & Spitznagel, E.L. (2004). Are rates of psychiatric disorders in the homeless population changing? American Journal of Public Health 94(1), 103. This longitudinal study the
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