Maori and Pasifika Health Flashcards
Define imagined communities.
Our perspective of other countries, shaped by our imagination which is influenced by census, maps and museums.
Name the three types of political status of Pacific countries.
Dependencies
Compact of free association
Independence
What is the name of the Samoan concept describing the space that relates us?
Va
Why do Pacific people face their backs to the future?
It is a sign of respect to face the past and face those who have helped you get to where you are today.
Describe whakapapa.
The layering of generations of knowledge and narratives, and social networks that help us identify who we are, where we come from, and our responsibilities.
Describe three terms of groups of Maori people.
Iwi- group of people that descend from a common ancestor
Hāpu- sub-tribe, neighbours territory of hāpu from same iwi
Whānau- family (and friends) who live and work together, and everyone plays a role
Define Tikanga.
The right way of doing things according to a set of values originating from the creation narratives.
Name the Maori term for the practice of family connection/ creating a sense of belonging.
Whanaungatanga
Name the Maori term for the practice of supporting, caring and showing respect to others.
Manaakitanga
Which Maori term encapsulates both whanaungatanga and manaakitanga?
Aroha
Name the Maori term for prestige and authority.
Mana
Name the four ways in which mana can be achieved.
Mana atua- derived through whakapapa
Mana tūpuna- through ancestor/ birthright
Mana whenua- through occupation of the land
Mana tuku- granted by the people to recognise skills
How do we ensure our mana stays intact and is enhanced?
By the correct practice of tikanga.
Which Maori term means ‘sacred’, and restricts people to keep them out of harm’s way?
Tapu
Name the Maori term that counteracts tapu.
Noa- freedom from restriction
Which three Maori concepts ensure equilibrium in the world?
Mana, tapu and noa.
Which Maori term means ‘life force’?
Mauri
Name the Maori term for the immortal soul.
Wairua
Which Maori term means reciprocity- whether this is positive or negative?
Utu
Is individualism a valued concept in Pacific culture? Why/ why not?
No, a more holistic approach is taken: you exist because of a greater circle- family, community and environment.
How do Pacific people view physical health?
Not a priority, compared to family, spiritual, and mental health. If these three are good, physical health will be too.
Name the components of the Fonofale model.
Foundation= family
Poles= mental, physical, spiritual, other
Surrounded by: time, context, environment
Describe Maori health before colonisation.
Communally focused
Fit and muscular because of travelling and gathering natural foods
Few infectious diseases
Sought healing from tohunga
How is mana restored?
Waiata
Karakia
War until a daughter is offered into arranged marriage in the other iwi