Abstract
The present study aimed to examine the factors related to the mental health of elderly Chinese-Australians. Using the framework of Berry (1997), the study examined how individual variables such as social support, length of time in Australia, English competency, self-efficacy and sense of personal control were related to the life satisfaction of elderly Chinese-Australians. The participants consisted of 157 elderly Chinese male and female immigrants (aged 50 or above) recruited through various community groups. Participants completed a questionnaire with several scales on the above issues, and a section on demographic information. The results indicated that life satisfaction was related to age, age at migration, English proficiency, locus of control, social support, and self-efficacy. Implications for service provision were also discussed.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 48-53 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | Australian Journal of Primary Health - Interchange |
| Volume | 8 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2002 |
| Externally published | Yes |
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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
Keywords
- Chinese
- Immigrants
- Mental Health
- Older People
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Health Policy
- Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
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