Experiences of Wellness Among Adult Children of Non-European Immigrants

Immigration to the United States presents unique stressors for families including acculturation and social marginalization. Children of immigrants occupy a social location where their family's heritage intersects with the culture in which they are being raised. When families emigrate from non-E...

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Published in:The Family journal (Alexandria, Va.) Va.), 2022-10, Vol.30 (4), p.523-530
Main Authors: Joe, J. Richelle, Perera, Rochelle, Alburquerque, Ismar, Shillingford-Butler, M. Ann
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Acculturation
Adult children
Adults
Collectivism
Counseling
Cultural heritage
Cultural sensitivity
European cultural groups
Families & family life
Immigrants
Immigration
Marginality
Mental health
Spirituality
Stress
Well being
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Summary:Immigration to the United States presents unique stressors for families including acculturation and social marginalization. Children of immigrants occupy a social location where their family's heritage intersects with the culture in which they are being raised. When families emigrate from non-European countries, the cultural dynamics may be more pronounced affecting the mental health and well-being of children even as they move into adulthood. This phenomenological study explored the experiences of wellness among adult children of non-European immigrants to the United States as they navigate these stressors. Individual interviews with ten participants revealed four themes: (a) spirituality as a guide, (b) collectivism, (c) holistic wellness practices, and (d) cultural and generational tensions. Implications include the value of incorporating spirituality into counseling and the importance of engaging adult clients of non-European immigrants in culturally responsive counseling through a holistic wellness lens.
ISSN:1066-4807
1552-3950
DOI:10.1177/10664807221104123