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The Sociocultural Depression Factors among International Student and Domestic Student
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Abstract
This paper delves into the multifaceted realm of depression symptoms and impact factors among university students, specifically examining the differential impacts on international and domestic students. The escalating prevalence of depression disorder within the student population necessitates an in-depth analysis of the factors that contribute to these symptoms. The characteristics that differentiate these student subgroups, including cultural background, acculturation, racial discrimination, and interpersonal relationships, are explored as integral components shaping their susceptibility to depression. By examining the unique challenges faced by both international and domestic students, this paper aims to explore the distinctive dynamics that underlie depression symptom development. Through a comprehensive literature review, the paper delves into how acculturative stress and racial discrimination as depression factors play among international students, while also investigating the role of racial discrimination and interpersonal relationships in domestic students. The implications of the findings highlight the necessity for enhancing mental health support, the needs of international student helping orientation, anti-racial discrimination education, and the creation of an inclusive university environment that satisfies the diverse needs of all students. Future research should further explore on the patient with multi-cultural background, examine the differences of depression symptoms and the efficiency of therapeutic strategies based on cultural variation.
Keywords
international student, domestic student, depression
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Tao,Y. (2023). The Sociocultural Depression Factors among International Student and Domestic Student. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,24,163-170.
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