The purpose of the study was to develop tailored messages for improving mental health and adjustment of Asian international students (AIS) in the United States.
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The PEN-3 cultural model was used to contextualize the role of culture in mental health needs of AIS. Applying a mixed-method approach, the study developed messages through a multi-step participatory process consisting of three focus groups (n=15), thirteen individual interviews, one expert consultation, and an online survey (n=85). Data analysis led to the development of seven broad themes with seven tailored messages under each theme. Additional findings of this study could be found in a peer-reviewed article by Jin & Acharya, in 2022, in the Journal of International Students.
Researchers should cite this work as follows:
Jin, L., & Acharya, L. (2022). Developing Tailored Messages to Improve Mental Health and Adjustment of Asian International Students . Journal of International Students, 12(4). https://doi.org/10.32674/jis.v12i4.3934