Psychology Department, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), Richmond, VA 23284, USA.
VCU School of Medicine Center on Health Disparities, Richmond, VA 23284, USA.
Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2020 Jun 3;17(11):3961. doi: 10.3390/ijerph17113961.
This qualitative study explores the role of religious practices on the migration process and the U.S. lived experiences of Latina/o immigrants. We conducted semi-structured interviews with 20 Latino/a immigrant adults living in a southern state of the United States. Interviews focused on participants' migration experiences, religious constructs, and stress responses. Results revealed that religious practices provided strength, well-being, and positive life outlook during the migration process. After migration, religious practices also assisted participants in creating a sense of community/family, as well as provided financial and social support during difficult times. Recommendations for future interdisciplinary research and for practitioners are discussed for individuals working with Latinx and immigrant populations.
本定性研究探讨了宗教实践在拉丁裔移民的移民过程和美国生活经历中的作用。我们对 20 名居住在美国南部一个州的拉丁裔成年移民进行了半结构化访谈。访谈重点关注参与者的移民经历、宗教观念和压力反应。研究结果表明,宗教实践在移民过程中为参与者提供了力量、幸福感和积极的生活展望。移民后,宗教实践也帮助参与者建立社区/家庭意识,并在困难时期提供经济和社会支持。针对与拉丁裔和移民群体合作的个人,讨论了未来跨学科研究和从业者的建议。