Systems and subversion: A review of structural violence and im/migrant health

Guillot-Wright, Shannon; Cherryhomes, Ellie; Wang, Leonard Kuan‐Pei; Overcash, M.

doi:10.1016/j.copsyc.2022.101431

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“…Many participants said that there are not enough work opportunities for young people in Nagaland, with migrants having to find jobs elsewhere to support themselves and their families —‘it all comes down to the lack of resources and the lack of avenues that is prevalent in the state of Nagaland’, a quarantine centre volunteer commented. Participants also linked the lack of opportunities within Nagaland to the history of marginalisation, conflict, and structural violence described above—with structural violence being ‘the way that systems are designed to disadvantage some for the benefit of others’ (Guillot‐Wright et al, 2022, p. 2; see also Galtung, 1969). Research participants thus explained that most migrants—particularly those from remote areas, who tend to have lower levels of education—end up in precarious and informal jobs, with no social welfare systems to support them in times of crisis; furthermore, their vulnerability is linked with unequal sociopolitical structures in India, which has resulted in them having fewer livelihood and other opportunities in the first place, and reinforced their exclusion in an emergency.…”

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We returned home empty‐handed: COVID‐19, care, and contested citizenship of Naga migrant workers in northeast India

Décobert,

Aier,

Breen

et al. 2024

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COVID‐19 highlighted interconnections between questions of identity and citizenship, vulnerability, and inclusion in / exclusion from systems of care in times of crisis. Migrant workers from Nagaland State, Northeast India, were disproportionately impacted by the pandemic's socio‐economic consequences. The pandemic brought into question who is ‘Indian’ and citizenship rights attached to that identity, heightening migrants' exclusion from central structures. Communitarian responses in Nagaland enhanced resilience in the face of often‐inadequate government responses; but COVID‐19 also exposed structural inequalities within and between Naga communities. The study shows that identity‐based citizenship regimes and multination federalism interact to increase minorities' exclusion during crises; and that crises can strengthen both divisions and solidarity at local levels in multination federal systems. Inclusion in and exclusion from systems of care is shaped by and can reshape notions of identity and citizenship, highlighting the need for inclusive socio‐political systems to mitigate crises in multination federal states.

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We returned home empty‐handed: COVID‐19, care, and contested citizenship of Naga migrant workers in northeast India

Décobert,

Aier,

Breen

et al. 2024

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“…They may also be denied from certain health care subsidy and supplies from state government. Worse off, food deficiency caused by needy household maintenance bring to an end of malnutrition which further deteriorates their mental issue [8]. The unbalanced resource allocation imposed by Hukou policy categorized migrant children from their city counterpart in a conspicuous way, inflict a categorization as social-resource outcast on this disfavored group.…”

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Analysis of Mental Health Issue of Migrant Children in China Under Social Identity Theory

Liang¹

2023

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China has seen a steady rise in the number of migrant children in recent years. Aside from focusing on educational barriers, the migrant-related public issue has shifted its attention to mental health. Previous discoveries on the state of migrant children's mental health in China has revealed a perceivable deviant trend along with multiple contributing causes. However, there are few studies concentrated on elaborating a consecutive course of migrant children's mental development under a dedicated psychological framework. Therefore, this study unfolded the progressing mental health status of migrant children within the framework of social identity theory. By expounding the flow of social categorization, social identification, and social comparison, this study enunciates that migrant children are categorized as social-outcasts and frustrated-adaptors under the influence of institutions and culture. Then they are tended to be subject to marginalized identification by community social capital. At the same time, there are promising mediating factors contributed by family and school, which render them identification of sense of belonging. It is followed by an inevitable phase of social comparison, during which upward comparison strengthens the positive effect of social support and spontaneous inclusion. This study also provided implications on the aspect of government, family, and school level to exert joint efforts to accelerate migrant children's adaptability into urban contexts with a well-off mental status.

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“…The consequences of this violence on the mental and physical health of these individuals include symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress, as well as substance abuse and worsening of acute and chronic conditions. (34) Amartya Sen, in the foreword of the book "Pathologies of Power," asserts that the optimal method for investigating SV is by utilizing real-life examples that closely examine the experiences of individuals directly affected by it. (35) The aim of our research is to investigate the effects of SV on families with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through a qualitative longitudinal study.…”

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Exploring the Varied Manifestations of Structural Violence in the Lives of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Their Parents: A Qualitative Longitudinal Study in Kurdistan, Iran

Khougar,

Ahmadi,

Ranjbar

et al. 2023

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Background The terminology and definition of "Autism Spectrum Disorder" can inadvertently shift focus away from exploring the disregarded dimensions associated with autism that are both subtle and impactful. These dimensions are closely connected to social structures, policies, and power dynamics and they silently impact the well-being of individuals within the autism spectrum. This research aims to explore these overlooked aspects using a theoretical framework called "structural violence." Methods A qualitative longitudinal approach was chosen to capture the intricacy and depth of participants' experiences in this research. The study was conducted in Kurdistan, Iran. A purposive sampling method was employed to select the participants, with eleven parents (four fathers and seven mothers) taking part. The study data comprised 29 interviews conducted with these 11 parents over a span of 30 months. Thematic analysis was utilized for data analysis. To enhance the scientific rigor of this research, four criteria, including Guba and Lincoln's principles, were implemented to ensure methodological accuracy. Results The research findings highlight four primary forms through which structural violence impacts children with ASD and their families: access to healthcare, geographic disparities, awareness and stigma, and poverty and financial burden. Additionally, the study identified 11 subthemes related to structural violence in the context of autism and families. Conclusions We illustrated how structural forces create barriers to accessing adequate healthcare services, exacerbate discrimination based on ethnicity and geography, perpetuate stigma, and contribute to poverty and the inability to meet basic needs. These factors not only worsen health issues but also deepen existing disparities in healthcare access and outcomes for children with ASD and families. we emphasizes the urgent need for systemic changes to address these issues. It is essential to promote public awareness, provide better access to health and support services, and address economic and political factors that contribute to these inequalities.

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Systems and subversion: A review of structural violence and im/migrant health

Cited by 13 publications

References 42 publications

We returned home empty‐handed: COVID‐19, care, and contested citizenship of Naga migrant workers in northeast India

We returned home empty‐handed: COVID‐19, care, and contested citizenship of Naga migrant workers in northeast India

Analysis of Mental Health Issue of Migrant Children in China Under Social Identity Theory

Exploring the Varied Manifestations of Structural Violence in the Lives of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Their Parents: A Qualitative Longitudinal Study in Kurdistan, Iran

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