Perceived microaggressions and migrant health in Germany: the role of psychological capital.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Repeated exposure to microaggressions, subtle and often unintentional forms of discrimination, can undermine the well-being of migrant populations. This study examines the role of psychological capital, comprising hope, self-efficacy, resilience, and optimism, in mediating and moderating the association between perceived microaggressions and health outcomes among migrants in Germany.

Methods

In the cross-sectional study, a total of 858 participants with a migration background residing across different federal states in Germany completed a questionnaire assessing sociodemographic factors, rates of perceived microaggression (BMS-9), psychological capital (PCQ-12), and mental (PHQ-9) and physical health (PHQ-15). Structural equation modelling (SEM) using AMOS 29 was

SUBMITTER: Adekunle A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12849378 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature