Understanding and Responding to the Needs of Newcomer Immigrant Youth and Families

By Francisco X. Gaytán, MSW, Ed.M., Avary Carhill, M.A., and Carola Suárez-Orozco, Ph.D.
The Prevention Researcher,
Volume 14, Number 4, 2007, Pages 10-13, Item# A144-Gaytan

 
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Abstract:

This article discusses findings from a five year longitudinal study of newcomer immigrant youth from China, Central America, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Mexico. Three areas of importance for educators and practitioners are highlighted: the significance of separations and reunifications among immigrant youth and families; conflict within immigrant families resulting from the stresses of migration and acculturation; and language and cultural challenges for immigrant youth and parents. Lastly, implications for policy and practice with newcomer immigrant youth are discussed.

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