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Epidemiological Studies on Mental Health Needs of Asian Population in New Zealand

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  • Shailesh Kumar

    (Department of Psychiatry, Waikato Clinical School, University of Auckland, shailesh.kumar@lakesdhb.govt.nz)

  • Samson Tse

    (School of Population Health, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, University of Auckland, New Zealand)

  • Antonio Fernando

    (Department of Psychological Medicine, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, University of Auckland, New Zealand)

  • Sai Wong

    (Chinese Metal Health Consultation Services, Auckland)

Abstract

Background : New Zealand has recently experienced a massive and rapid influx of Asian migrants. The Asian population has doubled in 10 years and is now the third-largest ethnic group. Materials : Databases reviewed include Medline, NZ government reports and NZ media releases. Discussion : Despite the significant growth in the Asian population, most of whom are in a vulnerable age group for mental morbidity and are exposed to adverse experiences, accurate and systematically obtained information on the mental health of Asians is lacking. Conclusion : This paper argues for a need to conduct a well-designed epidemiological study on the mental health needs of Asians in New Zealand. Recommendations on how to pursue this epidemiological study are provided.

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  • Shailesh Kumar & Samson Tse & Antonio Fernando & Sai Wong, 2006. "Epidemiological Studies on Mental Health Needs of Asian Population in New Zealand," International Journal of Social Psychiatry, , vol. 52(5), pages 408-412, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:socpsy:v:52:y:2006:i:5:p:408-412
    DOI: 10.1177/0020764006065150
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