The Effects of Perceived Discrimination on Immigrant and Refugee Physical and Mental Health.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Discrimination has been identified as a major stressor and influence on immigrant health. This study examined the role of perceived discrimination in relation to other factors, in particular, acculturation, in physical and mental health of immigrants and refugees.

Methodology/approach

Data for US adults (18+ years) were derived from the National Epidemiologic Survey on Alcohol and Related Conditions. Mental and physical health was assessed with SF-12. Acculturation and perceived discrimination were assessed with multidimensional measures. Structural equation models were used to estimate the effects of acculturation, stressful life effects, perceived discrimination, and social support on health among immigrants and refugees.

Findings

Among first-generation immi

SUBMITTER: Szaflarski M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6553658 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature