Discrimination and distress among Afghan refugees in northern California: The moderating role of pre- and post-migration factors

被引:48
作者
Alemi, Qais [1 ]
Stempel, Carl [2 ]
机构
[1] Loma Linda Univ, Dept Social Work & Social Ecol, Sch Behav Hlth, Loma Linda, CA USA
[2] Calif State Univ, Dept Sociol & Social Serv, Hayward, CA USA
关键词
SOUTHEAST-ASIAN REFUGEES; QUALITY-OF-LIFE; MENTAL-HEALTH; PERCEIVED DISCRIMINATION; ASYLUM SEEKERS; PSYCHOLOGICAL DISTRESS; DEPRESSIVE SYMPTOMS; RESETTLEMENT STRESS; ETHNIC-IDENTITY; SOCIAL SUPPORT;
D O I
10.1371/journal.pone.0196822
中图分类号
O [数理科学和化学]; P [天文学、地球科学]; Q [生物科学]; N [自然科学总论];
学科分类号
07 ; 0710 ; 09 ;
摘要
This study investigates the effect of perceived discrimination on the mental health of Afghan refugees, and secondly, tests the distress moderating effects of pre-migration traumatic experiences and post-resettlement adjustment factors. In a cross-sectional design, 259 Afghans completed surveys assessing perceived discrimination and a number of other factors using scales developed through inductive techniques. Multivariable analyses consisted of a series of hierarchical regressions testing the effect of perceived discrimination on distress, followed by a sequential analysis of moderator variables. Perceived discrimination was significantly associated with higher distress, and this relationship was stronger among those with a strong intra-ethnic identity and high pre-resettlement traumatic experiences. The expected buffering effects of civic engagement, ethnic orientation (e.g. integration), and social support were not significant. Discrimination is a significant source of stress for Afghan refugees, which may exacerbate stresses associated with other pre- and post-migration stressors. Future research is needed to tailor interventions that can help mitigate the stress associated with discrimination among this highly vulnerable group.
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