Stress, social support and their relationship to depression and anxiety among Latina immigrant women

Ryan, Daron; Tornberg-Belanger, Stephanie N.; Perez, Georgina; Maurer, Serena; Price, Cynthia; Rao, Deepa; Chan, Kwun Chuen Gary; Ornelas, India J.

doi:10.1016/j.jpsychores.2021.110588

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“…The pandemic also affected Latina immigrants' mental health. Levels of depression and anxiety symptoms among participants were moderate, on average, but much higher than levels reported among women in the parent study prior to the pandemic (Ryan et al, 2021). Similar studies have also noted higher levels of depression and anxiety symptoms among Latinos during the pandemic (Fitzpatrick et al, 2020).…”

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“…Similar studies have also noted higher levels of depression and anxiety symptoms among Latinos during the pandemic (Fitzpatrick et al, 2020). This population was already experiencing high levels of economic-and immigration-related stress prior to the pandemic (Ryan et al, 2021). COVID-19 only exacerbated these stressors, while also increasing caregiving responsibilities and social isolation.…”

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confidence: 54%

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Coping With COVID-19: The Impact of the Pandemic on Latina Immigrant Women’s Mental Health and Well-being

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Introduction We sought to describe how Latina immigrants living in King County coped with the pandemic, including their attitudes and behaviors related to COVID-19, and the impact of the pandemic on their mental health and wellbeing. Method We conducted surveys by phone with adult Spanish-speaking Latina immigrants ( n = 137) in the summer of 2020. Results Very few women had been infected with COVID-19, and 23% reported having been tested. Most frequent reasons for not being tested were not knowing where to go (14%), concerns over the cost (15%), and not wanting to know if they were infected (12%). Most participants had concerns about paying for housing (76%) and food (73%). Depression and anxiety symptoms were in the moderate range. Almost all participants were practicing recommended preventive behaviors. Conclusion Although few participants had COVID-19 infection, the pandemic had significant impacts on their mental health and ability to meet basic needs.

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Coping With COVID-19: The Impact of the Pandemic on Latina Immigrant Women’s Mental Health and Well-being

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“…Study of Latinos, SOL, 2007–2011) were lower than levels reported in our study, with 22.3% reporting high depression, and mean anxiety levels averaged 17 (out of a scale ranging 10–40) [ 50 ]. In more recent time periods, such as a Seattle-area study of largely undocumented Latina mothers (2018–2020) [ 51 ], levels were higher and very similar to our findings, with 29% reporting moderate to severe depressive symptoms and 32% reported moderate to severe anxiety symptoms. Thus, the rates reported in our study populations are high compared to the general population and Mexican Americans in the past, though similar to other studies investigating depressive and anxiety symptoms in mothers of Mexican descent in the current sociopolitical era.…”

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Changes in sociocultural stressors, protective factors, and mental health for US Latina mothers in a shifting political climate

2022

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Background To investigate changes in sociocultural stressors and protective factors, and mental health in Latina mothers before and after the 2016 Republican presidential nomination. Methods We examined changes in sociocultural stressors, protective factors, and mental health from two prospective cohorts of Latina mothers from interior and border US cities (Nashville, TN, n = 39 and San Diego, CA, ns range = 78–83; 2013–2020). Results We identified significant longitudinal increases in depression, anxiety, and perceived stress in the border city, and reductions in protective factors (e.g., optimism, social support, and familism) across sites. Discrimination varied by location, and was associated with higher stress only at baseline in the border city, and with higher anxiety in the interior city at follow-up. Acculturative stress was consistently associated with worse mental health across time points in the border city. Various protective factors were associated with reduced stress and anxiety across time points in both cities. Discussion We identified decreased mental health at the border city, and reduced protective factors in Latina mothers across both study sites in the years following the 2016 presidential nomination, during a time of shifting sociopolitical climate. We also identify increased acculturative stress and discrimination over time, particularly at the border city. Interventions to maintain and enhance psychosocial protective factors amongst Latina mothers are warranted.

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“…Some Latinx immigrants identify faith, or la Fe , as critical to their sense of optimism, hope, and perseverance (Lusk et al, 2021). Among Latina immigrant women, positive social relationships have been associated with reduced symptoms of anxiety (Ryan et al, 2021). Given findings that reduced loneliness and increased social support can contribute to greater resilience among Latinx immigrants, interventions that enhance community and promote religious and/or spiritual connection will likely prove beneficial.…”

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VALOR: Cultural considerations when assessing Central American immigrant women in behavioral health settings.

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Rodríguez²,

Garcini³

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The topic of immigration is timely yet polarizing. By definition, to be an immigrant implies being in a state of transition and transformation. The eventual outcome is likely to be influenced by a series of contextual factors starting in the country of origin, continuing during the migration journey, and culminating in receiving communities. The authors use a fictional case example of a Central American immigrant woman to illustrate VALOR, the Spanish word for courage, as an acronym that identifies five key areas for clinical consideration in behavioral health settings: Values, Arrival in the United States, Losses, Obstacles to care, and Resources. VALOR offers guidance for a culturally informed assessment critical for mental health clinicians. Implications for culturally affirming treatment directions including advocacy, community linkage, and attention to trauma and unresolved grief are woven into the discussion.

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Stress, social support and their relationship to depression and anxiety among Latina immigrant women

Cited by 27 publications

References 57 publications

Coping With COVID-19: The Impact of the Pandemic on Latina Immigrant Women’s Mental Health and Well-being

Coping With COVID-19: The Impact of the Pandemic on Latina Immigrant Women’s Mental Health and Well-being

Changes in sociocultural stressors, protective factors, and mental health for US Latina mothers in a shifting political climate

VALOR: Cultural considerations when assessing Central American immigrant women in behavioral health settings.

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