ERIC Number: EJ1056462
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2013
Pages: 12
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ISSN: ISSN-2162-3104
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Acculturation, Internet Use, and Psychological Well-Being among Chinese International Students
Li, Jia Qi; Liu, Xun; Wei, Tianlan; Lan, William
Journal of International Students, v3 n2 p155-166 2013
In this study, the authors examined the relationships of acculturation as measured with two subscales of cultural maintenance and cultural assimilation, Internet use, and psychological well-being among Chinese international students. A total of 170 Chinese international students participated in this study. Bivariate correlation analyses revealed that an individual can identify with two different cultures, minority and dominant culture. Results of multiple regression indicated that cultural assimilation was a significant predictor to psychological well-being, but not cultural maintenance. The study also found that younger Chinese international students (e.g., students pursuing bachelor's degrees) suffered significantly higher levels of stress and depression in the acculturation process as compared to their older counterparts. Implications for counseling and recommendations for future research were discussed.
Descriptors: Acculturation, Internet, Asians, Foreign Students, Predictor Variables, Well Being, Cultural Maintenance, Stress Variables, Depression (Psychology), Correlation, Measures (Individuals), Multiple Regression Analysis, Minority Groups, Self Concept, Mental Health, Age Differences, College Students, Research Universities, Questionnaires
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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