Correlates Of Positive Mental Health Among Migrants In Canada
Abstract
Introduction: Positive mental health is of increasing interest as a public health measure, and is understudied among migrants.
Objective: The purpose of this project was to examine positive mental health and associated factors among migrants in Canada.
Methods: We used the Canadian Community Health Survey (CCHS) 2011-2012 cycles. A total of 28,051 respondents identified as migrants, which accounted for 23.2% of the entire sample. Using multivariable regression models, positive mental health among migrants was compared to non-migrants, and the effects of sociodemographic, lifestyle, and health-related factors were examined.
Results: The present study found that time spent in Canada since migration affects positive mental health in migrants, as well as their own perception of mental health. Furthermore, several important factors that contribute to better positive mental health or self-perceived mental health were identified.
Conclusion: Strategies that promote positive mental health in migrants and education about factors that can contribute to better positive mental health should be encouraged.