Journal of Human Behavior in the Social Environment
Volume 22, Issue 3, 2012, Pages 334-350

Correlates of Depression among Chinese Immigrant Elders in Arizona: The Role of Acculturative Stress and Social Support (Article)

Kang S.-Y.* , Boyas J. , Salehin M.
  • a Department of Social Work, College of Community and Public Affairs, Binghamton University, State University of New York, P.O. Box 6000, Binghamton, NY 13902-6000, United States
  • b School of Social Work, The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX, United States
  • c School of Social Work, The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX, United States

Abstract

Using the stress and coping framework, we examined the association between acculturative stress, social support, and depression among Chinese immigrant elders living in Arizona. This cross-sectional study used a snowball sample of 120 respondents. Multiple regression results suggest that English language proficiency, health status, and gender were significant correlates of depression. Findings justify creating intervention programs that target Chinese immigrant elders who are less proficient in English, female, and in poor health. Future research and implications are discussed. © 2012 Copyright Taylor and Francis Group, LLC.

Author Keywords

Chinese immigrant elders Ethnic enclaves culture Depression

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https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84859572328&doi=10.1080%2f10911359.2012.655609&partnerID=40&md5=35a5b4a67c7f03bcf96f9ae027b5cc52
DOI: 10.1080/10911359.2012.655609
ISSN: 10911359
Cited by: 9
Original Language: English