Asian American Journal of Psychology
Scope & Guideline
Championing diverse perspectives in psychology.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Cultural and Ethnic Identity:
Research exploring the intersection of cultural identity and psychological outcomes, including the impact of internalized stereotypes and the complexities of biculturalism. - Mental Health Disparities:
Studies examining the mental health challenges and service utilization disparities among Asian American subgroups, addressing issues like stigma, discrimination, and access to care. - Impact of Sociocultural Factors:
Investigations into how sociocultural elements such as racism, immigration status, and community support influence psychological well-being and coping strategies. - Resilience and Coping Mechanisms:
Research focusing on resilience among Asian American communities, particularly in the context of adversity, trauma, and systemic discrimination. - Intersectionality in Mental Health:
Exploration of how overlapping identities (e.g., gender, sexuality, socioeconomic status) affect mental health experiences and outcomes in Asian American populations.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 and Racism:
A significant increase in studies addressing the psychological impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the surge in anti-Asian racism, highlighting how these crises uniquely affect Asian American mental health. - Internalized Racism and Identity:
Growing attention on the effects of internalized racism on mental health, particularly among younger generations and marginalized subgroups within the Asian American population. - Community and Collective Resilience:
Emerging research focuses on community-based resilience and support systems, emphasizing the role of collective action and social justice in mental health outcomes. - Culturally Specific Interventions:
An upward trend in studies advocating for culturally tailored interventions that address the unique needs of diverse Asian American populations. - Intersectional Experiences:
Increasing exploration of intersectionality in mental health research, examining how multiple identities (race, gender, sexual orientation) interact to shape psychological experiences.
Declining or Waning
- Generalized Models of Mental Health:
There has been a noticeable decline in studies that rely on broad, generalized models of mental health, suggesting a move towards more nuanced, culturally specific frameworks. - Traditional Approaches to Counseling:
The focus on conventional counseling approaches has waned, with more emphasis being placed on culturally adapted and community-based interventions. - Sole Focus on Majoritarian Asian Identities:
Research that primarily examines the experiences of major Asian ethnic groups (e.g., Chinese, Japanese) is becoming less prevalent, as there is a growing interest in the diverse experiences of underrepresented groups within the Asian American community.
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