Location
Fenn Tower Ballroom
Presentation Type
Poster Session
Start Date
4-12-2014 3:30 PM
End Date
4-12-2014 4:20 PM
Abstract
This study was designed to understand female Asian international students’ perception of discrimination and mental health. 213 female Asian students from two midwestern universities reported their experiences of discrimination of sexism, racism, and nationality as well as perceived loneliness and life satisfaction. Results showed that higher levels of discrimination related to their race and nationality than gender and substantial loneliness and psychological stress. All three types of perceived discrimination were significantly related to perceived loneliness and subjective life satisfaction. Implications on international student mental health and counselors’ competency when working with this population will be discussed at the presentation.
Asian Female International Students’ Perceived Discrimination and Mental Health
Fenn Tower Ballroom
This study was designed to understand female Asian international students’ perception of discrimination and mental health. 213 female Asian students from two midwestern universities reported their experiences of discrimination of sexism, racism, and nationality as well as perceived loneliness and life satisfaction. Results showed that higher levels of discrimination related to their race and nationality than gender and substantial loneliness and psychological stress. All three types of perceived discrimination were significantly related to perceived loneliness and subjective life satisfaction. Implications on international student mental health and counselors’ competency when working with this population will be discussed at the presentation.
