Bicultural conflicts and mental health among Asian Indian immigrant women
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Lisa R. Roberts, DrPH, MSN, School of Nursing, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California, USA; Semran K. Mann, MPH, Department of Social Work and Social Ecology, Loma Linda University, School of Behavioral Health, San Bernardino, California, USA; Susanne Montgomery, PhD, Behavioral Health Institute, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California, USA
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Bicultural conflicts affect Asian Indian (AI) immigrants' mental health, particularly among women. Model minority status may compound the stigma of mental health issues adding another barrier to seeking help. Nurses aware of the tensions AI immigrant women face will be better able to communicate and appropriately address mental health needs.
44th Biennial Convention 2017 Theme: Influence Through Action: Advancing Global Health, Nursing, and Midwifery.
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Keywords | Asian-Indian Immigrants; Mental Health; Women |
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Location | Indianapolis, Indiana, USA |
Date | 2017 |
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