Fudan Journal of the Humanities and Social Sciences
Volume 9, Issue 2, 2016, Pages 325-349

Hwabyung Experiences Among Korean Immigrant Women in the United States (Article)

Lee J.* , Martin-Jearld A. , Robinson K. , Price S.
  • a School of Social Work, Bridgewater State University, 95 Burrill Avenue, Bridgewater, MA 02324, United States
  • b School of Social Work, Bridgewater State University, 95 Burrill Avenue, Bridgewater, MA 02324, United States
  • c Taunton/Attleboro Community Counseling of Bristol County, Taunton, MA, United States
  • d Boston Veterans Health Administration, Pocasset, MA, United States

Abstract

Hwabyung is an indigenous psychiatric illness commonly found among Korean women. Using hwabyung, this article describes the psychological ramifications of immigration experiences among Korean immigrant women in the United States. Data collected from an anonymous survey of adult Korean immigrant women (n = 143) were used for a statistical analysis. The findings highlight the significant effects of self-esteem, social support, financial hardship, and family cohesion on the changes in the hwabyung symptoms among Korean immigrant women. Based on the findings, the implications for practice and future study are discussed. Also discussed are the global significance of migrant women and their mental health issues. © 2015, Fudan University.

Author Keywords

Stress Coping resources Acculturation Korean immigrant women Hwabyung

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Link
https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85059467904&doi=10.1007%2fs40647-015-0112-9&partnerID=40&md5=602d65efba22e6690fe1d2a4dfbcb803
DOI: 10.1007/s40647-015-0112-9
ISSN: 16740750
Cited by: 3
Original Language: English