The Mental Health of Chinese Immigrants in Birmingham, UK
Ethnicity and HealthPublished 6 October 2006
Shu-Ling Huang, Anne Spurgeon
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Qualitative research shows that for those who were employed in catering, psychological adjustment was heavily dependent on strong ties with the Chinese community and there was minimal contact with the host society.
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The psychological distress experienced by immigrants of Chinese origin continues to be a largely invisible cause for concern.
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