The Effect of Stress, Acculturation, and Heritage Identity on Depression in Arab Americans

Introduction: Arab Americans are significantly affected by depression with prevalence as high as 50%. Our study assesses whether unique causes of depression such as stress, acculturation, and heritage identity play a role in the high prevalence of depression in Arab Americans. Methods: We surveyed 1...

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Main Authors: Abdul-Rahman Suleiman, Omar Afify, Keith E. Whitfield
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Greater Baltimore Medical Center 2021-07-01
Series:Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/20009666.2021.1929050