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Depression among Korean immigrant elders living in Canada and the United States: a comparative study
Wooksoo Kim1, Suk-Young Kang, Isok Kim
1a School of Social Work , University at Buffalo, SUNY , Buffalo , New York , USA.
Abstract:
Korean immigrant elders in North America experience a high level of depression. This study explored the correlates of depression among a sample of 245 Korean immigrant elders living in metropolitan cities in Canada (n = 128) and a southwestern state in the United States (n = 117), using a stress-coping framework. Results revealed discrepancies between the 2 subgroups. Years since immigration and number of health concerns were positively associated, and English proficiency was negatively associated with depressive symptoms among Korean immigrant elders in the United States; only health status was significant among Korean immigrant elders in Canada. Implications of the study are presented.
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