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Peer reviewedDrachman, Diane; Halberstadt, Anna – Journal of Multicultural Social Work, 1992
Proposes a conceptual framework for understanding the immigration experience. Outlines critical variables in the departure (premigration), transit, and resettlement stages of migration. Includes examples from the experiences of Soviet Jewish immigrants. Discusses changes in Soviet and U.S. policies that affect immigrant adaptation and delivery of…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Culture Conflict, Delivery Systems, Human Services
Linke, Pam – AECA Research in Practice Series, 2000
This publication is intended to help parents address their children's needs and emotions when the family is moving from one place to another. Detailed information and tips are provided on several moving-related issues, including: (1) how children respond to change; (2) how parents respond to change; (3) preparing children for the move; (4) the…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Anxiety, Child Welfare, Childhood Needs
Jacob, Andre – Migration World Magazine, 1992
Analyzes the situation of Salvadoran refugees of rural origin to Montreal (Canada), using life histories of 11 males and 11 females in Canada less than 5 years. This study of adaptation highlights the special needs of this population, particularly for information about social services and government programs. (SLD)
Descriptors: Acculturation, Adults, Ethnicity, Family Environment
Download full textPrestine, Joan Singleton – 1997
About one in five Americans moves each year, and often children find such moves emotionally difficult. This book is a guide to help adults assist young children (preschool-3) in understanding and dealing with the emotions that arise from moving to a new home. Intended for use with the picture book "Moving Is Hard," this resource provides…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Childhood Needs, Coping, Early Childhood Education
Peer reviewedElder, Glen H., Jr.; And Others – Journal of Research on Adolescence, 1996
Studied families in the Iowa Youth and Family Project for the social and developmental pathways by which adolescents approach decisions to relocate. Found that lack of socioeconomic opportunity, relatively weak and declining ties to family and religious community, and strong educational prospects were potent factors. Also found that plans to…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Career Choice, Economic Opportunities
Jun, JuSung – 2002
Adjustment experiences of South Korean graduate students' wives living in Georgia were examined from a feminist viewpoint. The adaptive process, its cultural meaning, and related social ramifications, was hypothesized to be an example of transformative learning. These two questions guided the study: (1) how did South Korean students' wives adapt…
Descriptors: Acculturation, Adjustment (to Environment), Adult Basic Education, Adult Development
