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Depression and Its Psychosocial Correlates Among Older Asian Immigrants in North America

A Critical Review of Two Decades' Research

Ben C. H. Kuo

University of Windsor, benkuo{at}uwindsor.ca

Vanessa Chong

University of Windsor

Justine Joseph

University of Windsor

Objectives: This article critically reviews two decades of empirically based depression studies on older Asian immigrants (OAIs) in North America published in English. The Psychosocial Model of Late-Life Depression is proposed as the conceptual roadmap to help interpret the findings across studies. Methods: Using multiple bibliographic databases, this review systematically summarized and evaluated findings in 24 studies in terms of: (a) the prevalence and severity of depression; (b) demographic, psychosocial, cultural, and health risk factors of depression; and (c) methodological approaches and designs. Results: The results showed that depression is prevalent among OAIs and is linked to gender, recency of immigration, English proficiency, acculturation, service barriers, health status, relationship with children and family, and social support. However, considerable variability in the results, the sample sizes, and the use of measurements were also found across studies. Discussion: Recommendations for future research and the provision of clinical and community services are discussed within the psychosocial model.

Key Words: prevalence of depression • correlate of depression • psychosocial theory of depression • older Asian

Journal of Aging and Health, Vol. 20, No. 6, 615-652 (2008)
DOI: 10.1177/0898264308321001
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