Citation

Javier JR, Galura K, Aliganga FAP, Supan J, Palinkas LA. Fam. Community Health 2018; 41(1): 64-71.

Affiliation

Division of General Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital Los Angeles, and University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine, Los Angeles (Drs Javier, Galura, Aliganga, and Supan); and Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work, University of Southern California, Los Angeles (Dr Palinkas).

Copyright

(Copyright © 2018, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins)

DOI

10.1097/FCH.0000000000000173

PMID

29135796

Abstract

Filipinos are a large, yet invisible, minority at high risk for adolescent behavioral health problems. Limited research describes the family as offering a source of positive support for some Filipino youths and yet for some it is also a source of stress and isolation, leading to struggles with adolescent depression and suicidal behavior. This article describes a qualitative study that investigates the role of family when understanding behavioral health needs among Filipino adolescents.

FINDINGS highlight the importance of addressing family cohesion when designing interventions aimed at improving the well-being of Filipino youth.

Language: en