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Published on: September 27, 2020
Acculturation, development, and adaptation.
Eugenio M Rothe1, Dan Tzuang, Andres J Pumariega
1Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, Florida International University, Miami, FL, USA. erothe@fiu.edu
Immigration and globalization create complex challenges for children and families, impacting identity formation. Understanding immigrant acculturation, resilience, and risk factors is crucial for clinicians to address developmental issues and family conflicts.
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Psychology
- Cultural Studies
Background:
- The US demographic landscape is rapidly evolving due to immigration, leading to a more multiracial and multicultural society.
- Globalization accelerates the movement of people and ideas, increasing the complexity of daily life and challenges faced by immigrant families.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore identity formation in immigrant children and adolescents.
- To examine the effects of immigration and acculturation stresses on immigrant youth and their families.
- To highlight the role of resiliency and risk factors in the developmental process of immigrant populations.
Main Methods:
- This article is a conceptual discussion.
- It synthesizes existing research on immigration, acculturation, and identity development.
- It focuses on the psychological and social factors affecting immigrant children and adolescents.
Main Results:
- Immigration and acculturation present unique stressors that can impact identity formation.
- Resiliency and risk factors significantly influence how immigrant children and families navigate these challenges.
- Divergent worldviews can lead to intrafamilial conflicts, potentially hindering child development.
Conclusions:
- Clinicians must understand the complexities of immigrant experiences to effectively treat these populations.
- Recognizing cultural nuances and intrafamilial dynamics is essential for supporting healthy child development.
- A comprehensive approach considering acculturation, resilience, and risk is vital for immigrant family well-being.

