Impacts of COVID-19 on African Migrants’ Wellbeing, and Their Coping Strategies in Urban and Regional New South Wales, Australia: a Qualitative Study

James, Peter Bai; Gatwiri, Kathomi; Mwanri, Lillian; Wardle, Jon

doi:10.1007/s40615-023-01806-z

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“…However, reports on loneliness among migrants during the COVID-19 pandemic are limited. A study with 21 African migrants in New South Wales, Australia, reported that the COVID-19 lockdown had a signi cant impact on African communities and disrupted their sense of community, leading to loneliness [27].…”

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Loneliness and mental health issues among Vietnamese migrants in Japan: A cross-sectional study

Yamashita,

Quy,

Nogami

et al. 2024

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Background: Loneliness is a major factor hindering the health of migrants. There is concern that social changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, in addition to the acculturation gap with their host country, exacerbated loneliness among Vietnamese migrants in Japan.Therefore, this study aimed to clarify the prevalence of loneliness and examine the relationship between mental health and loneliness among Vietnamese migrants in Japan. Methods: We used a cross-sectional study design using a self-administered questionnaire. The data were collected from May 2 to June 6, 2022. The target population for this study was Vietnamese migrants living in Japan, 213 of whom were included in the analysis. The questionnaire consisted of items regarding participants' characteristics, socioeconomic status, social support, Patient Health Questionnaire-9, Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7, and University of California Los Angeles 3-Item Loneliness Scale. Logistic regression analysis was performed with depressive (Patient Health Questionnaire-9 ≥ 10 points) and anxiety (Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 ≥ 10 points) symptoms as dependent variables and loneliness (University of California Los Angeles 3-Item Loneliness Scale ≥ 6) and other socioeconomic factors as independent variables. Results: The mean age of the participants was 26.8 ± 4.4 years. The study included 112 men (52.6%) and 101 women (47.4%). Their mean years of residence in Japan was 4.4 ± 2.5 years. 53 (24.9%) had a Patient Health Questionnaire-9 score ≥ 10. 30 (14.1%) had a Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 score ≥ 10. 81 (38%) had a University of California Los Angeles 3-Item Loneliness Scale ≥ 6. Multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed that depressive symptoms were associated with loneliness (OR: 6.06; 95% CI: 2.84–12.90). Factors associated with anxiety disorders included loneliness (OR: 12.46; 95% CI: 3.93–39.51). Conclusions: Loneliness can cause various mental disorders, and social changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic have increased loneliness over time. In this study, approximately 40% of Vietnamese migrants living in Japan were lonely, and loneliness was one of the factors contributing to their depressive and anxiety disorder symptoms. Currently, the number of Vietnamese migrants living in Japan is rapidly increasing, and reducing their loneliness may contribute to improving their mental health and wellbeing.

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Loneliness and mental health issues among Vietnamese migrants in Japan: A cross-sectional study

Yamashita,

Quy,

Nogami

et al. 2024

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Non-binary gender, vulnerable populations and mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic: Data from the COVID-19 MEntal health inTernational for the general population (COMET-G) study

Fountoulakis,

Vrublevska,

Abraham

et al. 2024

Journal of Affective Disorders

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Reimagining a nursing ecosystem in an uncertain world

Krol,

Einboden,

Wong

et al. 2024

Nursing Philosophy

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The discussion paper synthesises the insights shared during a keynote panel at the 26th International Philosophy of Nursing Conference, themed “Reimagining a nursing ecosystem in an uncertain world.” It delves into the substantial impact uncertainty has on nursing, offering innovative strategies for reconceptualization. Through a critical examination of evidence‐based practice, the tendency to homogenise nursing is discussed, prompting advocacy for a Nietzschean political framework as a form of resistance and emancipation. Drawing inspiration from Donna Haraway, a transition from individualistic to relational approaches is needed, especially amidst social and economic instability. Furthermore, the integration of caritas and Indigenous epistemologies underscore the significance of cultural sensitivity in nursing. Meanwhile, Ubuntu philosophy champions empathy and collective values, while a convergence of Eastern and Western philosophical traditions promises to enrich nursing practice. Ultimately, the panellists advocate for overcoming rigid ideologies in favour of a pluralistic approaches, ontologies, epistemologies and ethics to address contemporary challenges, and signal for a philosophical reorientation to engage uncertainty and reshape nursing roles in an ever‐evolving and world.

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Impacts of COVID-19 on African Migrants’ Wellbeing, and Their Coping Strategies in Urban and Regional New South Wales, Australia: a Qualitative Study

Cited by 3 publications

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Loneliness and mental health issues among Vietnamese migrants in Japan: A cross-sectional study

Loneliness and mental health issues among Vietnamese migrants in Japan: A cross-sectional study

Non-binary gender, vulnerable populations and mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic: Data from the COVID-19 MEntal health inTernational for the general population (COMET-G) study

Reimagining a nursing ecosystem in an uncertain world

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