School Belonging, Ethnic Identity, and Psychological Adjustment Among Ethnic Minority College Students

Gummadam, Praveena.; Pittman, Laura D.; Ioffe, Micah

doi:10.1080/00220973.2015.1048844

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“…Studies have indicated the effectiveness of using RCT to address various concerns that are prevalent among or applicable to college student populations (Frey, 2013;Trepal et al, 2012;Walton, 2013). Researchers have found that RCT is effective for treating people with eating disorders and self-injurious behaviors (Tantillo & Sanftner, 2003;Trepal, 2010;Trepal et al, 2012) and is useful in addressing connection and belonging, which are common concerns among college students (Gummadam, Pittman, & Ioffe, 2016;Walton, 2013). For example, Walton (2013) applied a relational pedagogical approach to college classroom experiences to enhance intercultural connections and empathic understanding.…”

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An Integrative Approach: Relational Cultural Theory and Cognitive Behavior Therapy in College Counseling

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Haskins

2017

J of College Counseling

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This article presents an integrative framework for using cognitive behavior therapy through the lens of relational cultural theory. The authors provide an overview of cognitive behavior therapy and relational cultural theory, followed by suggestions on how to facilitate cognitive behavior therapy using the principles of relational cultural theory in college counseling. A case illustration is used to demonstrate the integration of cognitive behavior therapy and relational cultural theory.

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An Integrative Approach: Relational Cultural Theory and Cognitive Behavior Therapy in College Counseling

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Haskins

2017

J of College Counseling

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“…Ethnic minorities experience social isolation from their peers at a higher rate compared to their White counterparts; however, studies have revealed there is a positive association between ethnic identity and social connectedness [28]. Gummadam, Pittman, and Ioffe [29] found ethnic identity was a protective factor for minority undergraduate students experiencing feelings of isolation. Likewise, Lee [30] found a connection between ethnic identity and increased social connectedness in Asian-American undergraduate students while Santos and Collins [31] found an association between ethnic identity and school connectedness in Latino youth.…”

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Me, Myself and Us? The Relationship between Ethnic Identity and Hope, Resilience and Family Relationships among Different Ethnic Groups

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Clark

2019

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For ethnic minority populations, ethnic identity is associated with an increase in psychological well-being while also being recognized as a protective factor against discrimination and family distress. The aim of this study is to determine the association between ethnic identity and resilience, hope, social connectedness, experiences of discrimination and family relations in a diverse group of ethnicities. This study is correlational in nature and took place at Mount Royal University, located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, between January and April 2019. We included 326 introductory psychology students ranging in age from 17 to 48 with participants identifying as White, Asian, South Asian, Mixed, Black, Latino, First Nations, Metis, Inuit, and Middle Eastern. Participants were asked to complete six questionnaires measuring ethnic identity, resilience, hope, social connectedness, experiences of discrimination and family relations. Results revealed a significant relationship between ethnic identity and hope (r = .14, p = .01). Additionally, family relationships were a significant moderator of the relationship between ethnic identity and resilience (F(1, 322) = 4.98, p < .05). Finally, White participants had a significantly weaker ethnic identity when compared to the Asian, South Asian and Black participants (Welch’s F(7,41) = 9.39, p = .001,η 2= .22). Ethnic identity is associated with higher levels of hope, while strong family relationships moderate the relationship between ethnic identity and resilience. Furthermore, individuals who identify as White have a weaker ethnic identity compared to individuals who identify as Asian, South Asian and Black. More research is required to understand ethnic identity in the White population to help bring awareness to the power and privilege associated with Whiteness and to find ways in which this awareness can help reduce systemic racism and discrimination.

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“…Most of the students in this study described disappointment that they did not have peers from their ethnic group going through the process of preparing for and applying to a health professions program. While research would suggest that this could be a significant barrier to success Gummadam, et al, 2016;McWhirter, 1997), the students in this study were able to work beyond the negative effects of not having peers on their path. Students encountered different levels of racial aggression, stereotyping, and race-related stress and anxiety, which is similar to descriptions shared in other published research (Forrest-Bank, 2015;Fries-Britt & Griffin, 2007;Hurtado et al, 1996;Lopez, 2005;López & Chesney-Lind, 2014;Minikel-Lacocque, 2013;Reynolds et al, 2010;Solorzano et al, 2000;Sue et al, 2007;Yosso et al, 2009;Zou & Cheryan, 2017).…”

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“…While research suggests that students would have greater struggles because the lack of peers could lead to decreased psychological well-being Gummadam, et al, 2016;McWhirter, 1997), the participants in this study managed to work past that and still show academic success.…”

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“…Deci and Ryan (2000) have shown that different cultures and social groups can provide the tools necessary to support and establish the three basic psychological needs. Other researchers have shown that students who feel like they belong to some kind of social group have increased self-esteem and psychological well-being (Gummadam, Pittman, & Ioffe, 2016;McWhirter, 1997). Given the importance of belonging to social groups, it is unfortunate that most of the participants reported disappointment in the lack of peers from their ethnic backgrounds going through the process of becoming healthcare providers.…”

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Stories and lessons of students from underrepresented populations who gained admission to health professions graduate programs

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The percentage of healthcare clinicians and graduate healthcare students who come from Black, Hispanic/Latino, and Native-American backgrounds is significantly lower than the percentage of people from these same backgrounds nationwide (Rojas, 2010;Mitchell & Lassiter, 2006). This Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) research explores the experiences of students from underrepresented populations who were successful in gaining admission to graduate programs for health professionals. The theoretical framework chosen for this study is Self-Determination Theory (SDT). It describes the importance of psychological well-being and is used to explore academic success . The findings of the study suggest that the successful students were motivated by several driving factors including returning to practice in their communities, financial stability, and feeling that they owed it to someone to succeed.They also understood the importance of setting goals, being persistent, taking initiative, having self-confidence, and making use of a variety of support systems (family, peers, professionals, and institutions). The participants shared stories of racial and cultural issues, some that made the process more difficult, and others that were positive and important for their identity. Finally, the findings include the financial and practical obstacles shared by all participants, but felt strongly by economically disadvantaged or first generation college students. Health professions advisors, faculty members, and undergraduate institutions can use this information to support underrepresented pre-health students.

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School Belonging, Ethnic Identity, and Psychological Adjustment Among Ethnic Minority College Students

Cited by 106 publications

References 67 publications

An Integrative Approach: Relational Cultural Theory and Cognitive Behavior Therapy in College Counseling

An Integrative Approach: Relational Cultural Theory and Cognitive Behavior Therapy in College Counseling

Me, Myself and Us? The Relationship between Ethnic Identity and Hope, Resilience and Family Relationships among Different Ethnic Groups

Stories and lessons of students from underrepresented populations who gained admission to health professions graduate programs

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