Second-generation and later-generations of Latino youth had higher risk of suicide, illicit drug use and alcohol use than first-generation Latino youth. Acculturation to US culture is considered a causal contributing factor to the differences in these rates.
Immigration and suicidal behavior among Mexicans and Mexican Americans
Suicide-related outcomes were associated with migration in both the sending and receiving countries and individuals who had migrated to the US younger than age 13 were at higher risk than persons who migrated at a later age. The data suggest that stressors related to the disruption of family dynamics due to migration and/or having a family member living in a different country may be a factor in suicide.
Strengthening Everyday Life Skills of DACA Recipients and Mixed-Status Families to Heal from Painful Emotions and Distress
This handout provides concrete suggestions to manage the predictable stressors that come from living with uncertainty, whether due to immigration policies or illness. The focus is on building resilience by daily practice of easy supportive actions.
Nurturing relationships among undocumented and mixed-status families: Challenges and opportunities for healing and transformation
This handout provides concrete suggestions for people working with undocumented and mixed status families where there are clashes of values across the generations. Given that these families value harmony, conflict can be distressing. The handout provides pointers to soften intergenerational conflict.
Fostering Resilience in our Immigrant Families & Communities: Strategies for Building Support Groups in the Face of Adversity
This handout offers ten recommendations with specific suggestions as to how organize support groups for immigrant families and communities. The underlying premise is that social support is especially important for immigrants to learn from each other and have their experiences validated by others in similar circumstances.