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Religiosity and mental health among the immigrants in Bras ília
International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care,Volume 13, Issue 2, Page 207-219, June 2017. Purpose The purpose of this paper is to address the relations between religiosity and mental health (MH) among the immigrants living in Bras ília, as per the perceptions of MH service professionals. Design/methodology/approach It is grounded in empirical qualitative research based on semi-structured interviews with 12 professionals – six psychiatrists and six psychologists working in MH services throughout Brasília. The experiences and perceptions of these professionals were analysed in the light of phenomenologica...
Source: International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care - April 28, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research

“I am from nowhere”: identity and self-perceived health status of skilled immigrants employed in low-skilled service sector jobs
This study provides unique insights into the experience and perceptions of skilled immigrants working in low-skilled jobs. It also sheds light on the “healthy worker effect” hypothesis which is a highly discussed and debated issue in the occupati onal health literature. (Source: International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care)
Source: International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care - April 28, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research

Health-related quality of life in Jewish immigrants from the former Soviet Union in Germany
International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care,Volume 13, Issue 2, June 2017. Purpose In the present study a hypothesized structure of interrelations between pre-migration dispositional factors (cultural identity and optimism/pessimism) and immigration-related experiences (level of integration and perceived discrimination) was tested in association with mental and physical components of health-related quality of life in a sample of Jewish people from the Former Soviet Union who immigrated to Germany. Design/methodology/approach A questionnaire in Russian, including items about the immigration background, leve...
Source: International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care - April 28, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

Potential benefits of pre-entry health assessment among labor migrants in the CIS context
International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care,Volume 13, Issue 2, June 2017. Purpose Influx of labor migrants into Russia makes it necessary to put TB prevention measures in place, both inside and outside of Russian borders. While inside Russia TB response is premised on testing migrants applying for work or residence permits for diseases of public significance, millions of migrants – specifically, those working without completing necessary paperwork - evade this requirement. In light of that, we propose introducing disease screening in migrant-sending countries, i.e. testing of potential migrants for infec...
Source: International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care - April 28, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

I am from nowhere: identity and self-perceived health status of skilled immigrants employed in low-skilled service sector jobs
This study provides unique insights into the experience and perceptions of skilled immigran ts working in low-skilled jobs. It also sheds light on the “healthy worker effect” hypothesis which is a highly discussed and debated issue in the occupational health literature. (Source: International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care)
Source: International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care - April 28, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

Social support needs of Sudanese and Zimbabwean refugee new parents in Canada
This study examines support needs of African refugee new parents in Canada, and identifies support preferences that may enhance the mental health of refugee parents and children. Design/methodology/approach Seventy-two refugee new parents from Zimbabwe (n=36) and Sudan (n=36) participated in individual interviews. All had a child aged four months to five years born in Canada . Refugee new parents completed standardized measures on social support resources and support seeking as a coping strategy. Four group interviews (n=30) with refugee new parents were subsequently conducted. In addition, two group interviews (n=30) wer...
Source: International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care - April 28, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

Language training and well-being for qualified migrants in Sweden
International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care,Volume 13, Issue 2, June 2017. Purpose The study looks at “Korta Vägen” (The Short Cut), a targeted language program for qualified migrants in Sweden, examining its role in self-maintaining, well-being and perspectives for socio-economic integration for foreigners with academic diploma. Design/methodology/approach In-class observations, individual s emi-structured interviews, focus-group interviews and written essays were used for data collection. A thematic analysis was applied as a method of data analysis. Amartya Sen’s capability approach constituted a ...
Source: International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care - April 28, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

Religiosity and mental health among immigrants in Bras ília
This article addresses the relations between religiosity and mental health (MH) among immigrants living in Bras ília, as per the perceptions of MH service professionals. Design/methodology/approach It is grounded in empirical qualitative research based on semi-structured interviews with twelve professionals – six psychiatrists and six psychologists working in MH services throughout Brasília. The experi ences and perceptions of these professionals were analysed in the light of phenomenological assumptions, and temporally situated in the historical context of the construction of Brazil’s capital city. Findings Result...
Source: International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care - April 28, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

The effects of migration on family relationships: case studies
This article discusses the impacts of internal migration on families, specifically on emotional bonds and mental health, and relates the process of change and life trajectory of migration mobility within a population. Design/methodology/approach This was a qualitative study on two case studies taken from family psychotherapy. Findings The analyses indicate the splitting and forming of emotional bonds, the psychological illness caused by intrasubjective, intersubjective and transubjective conflicts, and the transgenerational dynamics which all repeat themselves within the families of today. We conclude that, in many cases...
Source: International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care - April 28, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

How migrants keep Italian families Italian: badanti and the private care of older people
International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care,Volume 13, Issue 2, June 2017. Purpose The purpose of this paper is to describe how migration affects the care of older people in Italy. Design/methodology/approach The paper is based on anthropological fieldwork by one of the authors. This consisted of in-depth interviews with 20 'badanti' (migrant care-givers), with relatives of older people and with social workers in the city of Verona, Italy. It further included extensive study of secondary materials on the topic of migrant care of older people. Findings Badanti, Italian families and older people find themse...
Source: International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care - April 28, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

The migration and institutional sheltering of children and adolescents in the Federal District, Brazil
This study aims to relate the phenomenon of migration to the Federal District (DF, Brazil), with the figures for institutional shelter of children and adolescents. Design/methodology/approach The method chosen was the documental analysis of special folders that were processed in the Defense Office for Children and Adolescents of the DF from January 2007 to August 2009. The sample consisted of 545 special folders, referring to a total of 1007 children and adolescents. Findings The results indicate that most children and adolescents received at the shelters were from families living in the satellite cities of the Federal D...
Source: International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care - April 28, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

Constructions of credibility in decisions concerning unaccompanied minors
This study contributes to insights about how case-officers fulfil legal expectations when assessing unaccompanied minors’ credibility. The findings can be of interest to both legal and social science as well policy plann ers and immigration practitioners. (Source: International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care)
Source: International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care - April 28, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

Investigating the diversity of Canada ’s refugee population and its health implications: does one size fit all?
International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care,Volume 13, Issue 2, June 2017. Purpose Based on a case study in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, this study explores the difficulties faced by local health care providers in the face of constantly evolving refugee policies, programs, and arrivals. In doing so, it illustrates the complications faced by service providers in providing care to refugee arrivals and how the diversity of arrivals challenges health care provision and ultimately the health and well-being of refugees. Design/methodology/approach A series of semi-structured, in-depth interviews with key service ...
Source: International Journal of Migration, Health and Social Care - April 28, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research