Preventing Adolescent Depression and Suicide Among Latinas: Resilience Research and Theory (PDF)

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Andrea J. Romero, Lisa M Edwards, Sheri Bauman, Marissa K RitterAndrea J. Romero, Lisa M Edwards, Sheri Bauman, Marissa K Ritter

Since the 1960s, in comparison to other ethnic and gender groups?, a higher rate of depression and suicide ideation has been documented for Latina girls. This Brief offers a concise summary of contemporary research on this critical topic. Among the considerations are the influence of bullying, families, immigration, and culture on Latina adolescent mental health. Presenting cutting-edge multiracial feminist frameworks for new and existing empirical findings, this book serves to guide the future research agenda on this topic. Clinical recommendations are also included.