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Parental Involvement and Mental Well-Being of Chinese International Students
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Abstract
This research examines the impact of parental involvement during elementary school on the mental well-being of Chinese international college students. It aims to uncover how early parental support influences mental health as these students navigate the challenges of higher education abroad. The study highlights that while parental involvement can enhance academic performance, self-esteem, and social skills, its long-term effects on international students remain underexplored. By using a mixed-methods approach with data from 200 Chinese students at Johns Hopkins University and qualitative interviews, the study seeks to identify which forms of involvement—such as direct academic support, emotional support, and extracurricular engagement—are most beneficial or detrimental to mental well-being. The findings are expected to provide insights for educators, parents, and policymakers to develop culturally sensitive support systems that enhance both academic success and mental health for international students.
Keywords
Parental involvement, Mental well-being, Chinese international students, Academic support, Emotional support
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Liu,Z. (2024). Parental Involvement and Mental Well-Being of Chinese International Students. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,68,7-18.
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