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[Counseling work with foreign families].

U Gerhardt1

  • 1Ev. Fachhochschule für Sozialarbeit/Sozialpädagogik, Berlin.

Praxis Der Kinderpsychologie Und Kinderpsychiatrie
|March 1, 1992
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Summary

Immigrant children and families face identity challenges in new countries. Effective counseling requires understanding cultural backgrounds, loyalty, and promoting self-confidence over mystical solutions.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Cross-cultural studies

Background:

  • Immigrant children, youth, and families often struggle with identity preservation and understanding in host countries.
  • Rapid behavioral changes in new environments pose unique challenges to maintaining cultural identity.
  • Existing support systems may not adequately address the specific needs of immigrant populations.

Observation:

  • Counseling for immigrant families must go beyond language barriers.
  • Advisers need to consider the ethnological and socio-cultural contexts of the home country.
  • Understanding loyalty mechanisms to the family of origin is crucial for effective intervention.

Findings:

  • Interpersonal relationships require careful management of closeness and distance.
  • Support should focus on empowering individuals to build self-confidence and self-consciousness.
  • Addressing psychological problems requires practical strategies rather than reliance on mystical or magical help.

Implications:

  • Specialized training for counselors working with immigrant populations is essential.
  • Developing culturally sensitive therapeutic approaches is vital for successful integration.
  • Promoting self-efficacy can mitigate feelings of helplessness and improve mental well-being among immigrants.

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