“Loss and Fear”: Acculturation Stresses Leading to Depression in South Asian Muslim Immigrants in Toronto

Authors

  • Saadia Akram-Pall Non-profit community based sector; Private Practice
  • Roy Moodley

Keywords:

acculturation, acculturation hardships, depression, South Asians, Muslims, immigrants, multicultural counselling

Abstract

This article explores acculturation challenges and consequent depression among South Asian Muslim immigrants in Toronto. Thirteen immigrants were interviewed about their personal settlement and the challenges and conflicts that they experienced. The data were analyzed using a grounded theory approach. Two major themes emerged: loss and fear. Recommendations are made to inform mental health professionals who work with this population. Implications for mental health practices and future research are discussed.

Author Biography

  • Saadia Akram-Pall, Non-profit community based sector; Private Practice

    Dr. Saadia Akram is a member of the Ontario College of Psychologists and operates her private practice in Toronto, Canada.  In addition, Saadia has been working at a non-profit community based sector for over 20 years.  She has tremendous experience of working with individuals, couples, and families on a variety of psychosocial issues.  She has a deep understanding of diversity and multicultural issues and gained experience in working with diverse, newcomer, and immigrant populations.  She has participated in various research projects, and her articles have also been published in professional journals.   Her book Abnormal Psychology has been recommended for master’s –degree studies.  She delivers individual/group psychological services and professional development trainings to a wide variety of diverse and multicultural populations.

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Published

2016-09-14

Issue

Vol. 50 No. 3s (2016): Special Issue - Divorce

Section

Articles/ Articles

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How to Cite

“Loss and Fear”: Acculturation Stresses Leading to Depression in South Asian Muslim Immigrants in Toronto. (2016). Canadian Journal of Counselling and Psychotherapy, 50(3s). https://dev.journalhosting.ucalgary.ca/index.php/rcc/article/view/61055