Abstract
This chapter outlines adversities faced by immigrants as well as factors associated with their resilience. The Latino/a immigrant population is highlighted as the largest immigrant population in the United States. Factors contributing to resilience in this population, as well as programs and approaches used to foster well-being and resilience are discussed. Recommendations for factors to consider in promoting resilience in the Latino/a immigrant population are given, and future directions are highlighted and discussed.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Title of host publication | The Oxford Handbook of Prevention in Counseling Psychology |
| Editors | Elizabeth M Vera |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Pages | 347–363 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9780199971336 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9780195396423 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Sep 1 2012 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- immigration
- Latino/a-focused prevention programs
- adversities
- resilience
- Latino/a population
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