Immigrant Health Paradox

A collection of vocabulary flashcards based on the themes and findings from the lecture on the immigrant health paradox, focusing on immigrant health outcomes, sociocultural factors, and specific health phenomena.

Immigrant Health Paradox

Term referring to the observation that many immigrants show better health outcomes than native-born populations despite often having lower socioeconomic status.

Acculturation

The process of adapting to a new culture, which can impact the health behaviors and overall health of immigrants over time.

Hispanic Epidemiologic Paradox

The phenomenon where Hispanic populations in the U.S. show relatively good health outcomes despite having lower socioeconomic status.

Health Selective Migration

The tendency of healthier individuals to migrate, which may skew health profiles of immigrant populations.

Sociocultural Resources

The support systems and cultural practices that may contribute to the health advantages of immigrant populations.

Long-term Stay Effects

The observation that immigrants often lose health advantages over time spent in the host country due to lifestyle changes and acculturation.

Salmon Bias

A theory suggesting that those who return to their home countries due to health issues may skew the mortality data of the immigrant population.

Comorbidity

The presence of one or more additional diseases or conditions co-occurring with a primary disease or condition.

Disability Rates

Statistics that indicate the prevalence of disability among different population groups, often highlighting disparities among racial and ethnic groups.

Enclave Effect

The health benefits that arise from living in ethnic neighborhoods where cultural practices and support systems may enhance immigrant health.

Convergence to Native Levels

The tendency for the health advantages of immigrants to diminish and align with the health metrics of native-born populations over time.