Abstract:Background:The purpose of study was to investigate the migration experience and its impact on the depression and pregnancy rates among 14-17 year old girls of Mexican origin both in the United States and in Mexico. Methods: Study employed a mixed qualitative and quantitative methodology to compare risk for depression, pregnancy, and access to care. Results: Quantitative instruments to measure depression do not fully capture prevalence. Qualitative methods are therefore necessary to provide a fuller understandi… Show more
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