A comparative study of Venezuelan immigrants' pre- and post-migration concerns for their children in the United States and Colombia.

ABSTRACT: Research suggests that forced migration may lead to cultural stress and psychological distress. However, little is known about immigrant parents' pre- and post-migration concerns for their children's welfare. The present study examined the concerns of Venezuelan parents who migrated to the United States versus those who migrated to Colombia, and whether post-migration concerns were related to cultural stressors, mental health, and cultural identity. A sample of 609 Venezuelan immigrants completed surveys and responded to an open-ended prompt asking about pre- and post-migration concerns for children's welfare. Lack of safety was the most common pre-migration concern for Venezuelans in the U.S., whereas lack of food was the most common pre-migration concern for Venezuelans in Colombia. More

SUBMITTER: Alpysbekova A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11665991 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature