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Health and educational performance among young migrants
Bruce David Kirkcaldy1, Adrian Furnham, Rainer Georg Siefen
1International Centre for the Study of Occupational and Mental Health, Haydnstr. 61, 40593 Düsseldorf, Germany. brucedavidkirkcaldy@yahoo.de
International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health
|March 1, 2013
Summary
This study examines how migration, socioeconomic factors, and health influence educational attainment and well-being across 30 nations. Findings highlight the complex interplay between these variables for children and adults.
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Public Health
- Education Policy
Background:
- Replication of earlier study on health, education, and well-being in 30 nations.
- Incorporates updated socioeconomic and sociological data.
- Includes new measures of child and adult migration rates.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the impact of migration on educational attainment and well-being.
- To investigate the relationship between socioeconomic factors, health, and well-being.
- To provide updated data on health and educational expenditure.
Main Methods:
- Utilizes data from 30 nations, including latest Pisa results.
- Incorporates socioeconomic variables: divorce rate, household size, employment rates.
- Employs new scales for mental health index, life satisfaction, and suicide rates.
Main Results:
- Migration rates among children and adults are a key focus.
- Analysis of physical and mental health measures, including well-being scales.
- Examination of health and educational expenditure data.
Conclusions:
- Migration significantly impacts educational outcomes and national well-being.
- Socioeconomic status and health are critical determinants of well-being.
- Policy implications for integrating migrant populations and supporting education.
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