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Placing Asian American Child Development Within Historical Context.

Lisa Kiang¹, Vivian Tseng², Tiffany Yip³

¹Wake Forest University.

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|July 10, 2016

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Historical context significantly shapes the development of Asian American children and youth. Understanding past events is crucial for addressing contemporary issues in child development research.

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Area of Science:

Developmental Psychology
Asian American Studies
Sociology

Background:

Historical context profoundly impacts child and youth development.
Asian American experiences are shaped by historical time and place.
Understanding these influences is vital for accurate research.

Observation:

Chinese, Indian, Hmong, and Filipino American experiences demonstrate historical influences.
History defines racial stereotypes, cultural contexts, and migration circumstances.
Oppression and discrimination are historical outcomes affecting development.

Findings:

Historical factors delineate racial perceptions and stereotypes for Asian Americans.
Past events establish the cultural and community settings for youth.
Migration experiences and their aftermath are historically determined.

Implications:

Recognizing historical influences is essential for child development research.
This work informs future research frameworks and methodologies.
Acknowledging history promotes more nuanced and effective interventions.