scholarly journals The Determinants of Well-Being Among Polish Economic Immigrants. Testing the Sustainable Happiness Model in Migrant Population

2017 ◽  
Vol 19 (6) ◽  
pp. 1565-1588 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Bak-Klimek ◽  
Thanos Karatzias ◽  
Lawrie Elliott ◽  
Rory MacLean
Keyword(s):  
Well Being ◽  
Migrant Population ◽  
Sustainable Happiness

scholarly journals Migrant mental health and representation in routine administrative registers

2018 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 82-95
Author(s):  
Ciara Mary Close ◽  
Tania Bosqui ◽  
Dermot O’Reilly ◽  
Michael Donnelly ◽  
Anne Kouvonen
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Service ◽  
Cultural Awareness ◽  
Service Use ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Health Staff ◽  
Local Health ◽  
Migrant Population ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Migrant Mental Health

Purpose There has been an increase in the use of registers and record linkages to study migrant mental health. However, the accuracy of these registers and the degree to which they are representative of the migrant population in Northern Ireland (NI) are unclear. The purpose of this paper is to explore: the coverage of the NI migrant population in general practitioner (GP) data and Census records; the issues faced by migrants in terms of registering and accessing the local health system; and the reporting of racial hate crimes against migrants to police. Design/methodology/approach Two focus groups of professionals (n=17) who worked with migrants were conducted. Group discussions were guided by a research-informed topic guide, and the data were analysed using thematic analysis. Findings Three main themes emerged: issues with the use of GP registration, Census and hate crime data for researching migrant mental health; barriers to health service use (e.g. low cultural awareness among health staff and access to interpreters); and risk factor exposure and mental health status in migrant communities (e.g. poverty, isolation and poor working conditions). Originality/value Record linkage and registry studies of migrant health and well-being using Census and health service sources need to be mindful of the likelihood that some migrants may be missed. The possible underrepresentation of migrants in health registers may be explained by reduced use of such services which may be caused my encountering staff with limited cultural competency and the inability to access an interpreter promptly.

scholarly journals The factors affecting response rate in survey on well-being among people with foreign origin

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
E Lilja ◽  
A Seppänen ◽  
H Kuusio
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Response Rates ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Migrant Population ◽  
Population Surveys ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Face To Face

Abstract Background Previous population surveys among people with foreign background (PFB) in Finland have had successful response rates (62%-66%) when using mainly face-to-face interviews. A cross-sectional population survey (FinMONIK) explored more cost-efficient ways to collect the data on PFB. Methods The data collection was conducted in Finland between May 2018 and January 2019. The random sample consisted of 12 877 (after removing over-coverage) 18-64-year-olds stratified by region. First, a letter containing a link to the online survey with 18 different language options was sent to the participants. After two reminders, the questionnaire was sent twice on paper to the non-respondents. Finally, supplementary phone interviews were carried out by multi-lingual interviewers. All the participants were able to enter in a draw to win gift cards. Results The response rate (RR) for the online survey was 34%. RR was highest for those who had lived in Finland 5 years or less (43%) and lowest among the divorced (23%) and Estonians (27%). The paper questionnaire was mostly preferred by older age groups, increasing the RR of 40-64 year-olds from 31% to 48%. Telephone interviews increased the RR by five percent points, thus making the final RR for the survey 53%. Persons born in the EU and North-America responded the most frequently (58%) whereas RR was lowest amongst the Sub-Saharan African origin migrants (47%). RR was particularly low (42%) for those who had moved to Finland at ages 0-6. Conclusions In surveys conducted amongst PFB, relatively good response rates can be obtained by using alternate methods for gathering data instead of costly and time-consuming face-to-face interview. Age and marital status seemed to affect the preference of survey format. The overall RR varied by country of origin. Key messages A good response rate can be obtained without face-to-face interviews in migrant population surveys. Migrant population surveys can be conducted more efficiently by combining a variety of methods.

scholarly journals Who is Teaching Us about Sustainable Happiness and Well-Being?

2013 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 294-307 ◽  
Author(s):  
C O'Brien
Keyword(s):  
Positive Psychology ◽  
21St Century ◽  
Critical Role ◽  
Sustainability Education ◽  
Well Being ◽  
21St Century Learning ◽  
Education Sector ◽  
Future Generations ◽  
Sustainable Happiness

The growing recognition that happiness and well-being are intertwined with sustainability is leading to new opportunities for enhancing happiness and well-being, sustainably. The education sector has a critical role in advancing this work but has been slow to incorporate sustainability education and applications of positive psychology. The concept of sustainable happiness (happiness that contributes to individual, community and/or global well-being without exploiting other people, the environment or future generations) (O’Brien, 2010a) offers an innovative perspective to re-invigorate sustainability education and shape priorities for 21st century learning – contributing to resilient, sustainable happiness and well-being for all.

scholarly journals Validation of the brief scale for the evaluation of acculturation stress in migrant population (EBEA)

2021 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Alfonso Urzúa ◽  
Diego Henríquez ◽  
Alejandra Caqueo-Urízar ◽  
Vanessa Smith-Castro
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
First Generation ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Acculturation Stress ◽  
Migrant Population ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Culturally Adapted ◽  
Nomological Validity

Abstract Background Acculturation stress is associated with poorer physical and mental health and a lower level of psychological well-being. The causes of acculturation stress are diverse, but most are similar in the migrant population. Despite the importance of evaluating this variable, few studies have reported culturally adapted and validated instruments for specific populations. Based on this, the aim of this study was to evaluate the psychometric properties of a short scale for the evaluation of acculturation stress (EBEA). Methods Two studies were conducted, involving 1725 first-generation Colombian and Peruvian migrants living in Chile, between the ages of 18 and 60 years. In addition to the EBEA and as evidence of validity, the Beck Anxiety Scale and the WHOQOL-BREF psychological health domain were applied. A confirmatory factor analysis was carried out, and the reliability and nomological validity were evaluated. Results The results in both studies indicated that the scale presents a factorial structure of three dimensions: (a) the stress derived from the preparation and departure from the country of origin, (b) the stress produced by socioeconomic concerns in the host country, and (c) the tensions typical of adaptation to sociocultural changes or Chilean society. The reliability coefficients and the analysis of their nomological validity were very good. Conclusions The EBEA is a measure that offers quick, useful screening for researchers who need a short measure for research among migrants. This tool contributes to the work of education, prevention, and intervention in the field of general health and migrants’ mental health.

scholarly journals Toward a Sustainable Sense of Self in Teaching and Teacher Education: Sustainable Happiness and Well-Being Through Mindfulness

2017 ◽  
Vol 51 (3) ◽  
pp. 1143-1162 ◽  
Author(s):  
Darlene Kyte
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Education ◽  
Inner City ◽  
Sense Of Self ◽  
Well Being ◽  
School Community ◽  
Mindfulness Practice ◽  
Hatha Yoga ◽  
City School ◽  
Practicing Teachers ◽  
Sustainable Happiness

This paper examines the effects of mindfulness practice throughpranayama,hatha yoga, and meditation on practicing teachers in an inner city school to determine if practices of this nature could contribute to sustainable sense of self, sustainable happiness, and well-being for practicing teachers and pre-service teachers. Furthermore, mindfulness practice is discussed in the context of new pedagogies that are contributing to the transformation of teachers, students, and education. This inquiry has demonstrated that this process not only offers the practitioner serenity, awareness, peace, and well-being: but the benefits of the practice move far beyond the personal environment of those practicing teachers and into the classroom and school community providing opportunities for transformation; growing sustainable happiness and well-being.

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