Asian Americans are the fastest growing minority group in the United States. In this book, distinguished researchers and clinicians discuss the process of acculturation for individuals and their families, addressing the mental health needs of Asian Americans.

First-of-its-kind, exhaustive review of research on the health impact of acculturation issues in Asian Americans, including such topics as ethnic/racial identity, immigration, acculturation stress, and intergenerational conflict Explores the development and use of acculturation scales in mental health practice Presents a range of practical strategies for incorporating culturally relevant assessment and treatment recommendations into clinical practice Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

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Research on Acculturation in Asian American Mental Health.- Acculturation: Measurements and Review of Findings.- Theories and Research on Acculturation and Enculturation Experiences among Asian American Families.- Strengthening Intergenerational/Intercultural Ties in Immigrant Families (SITIF): A Parenting Intervention to Bridge the Chinese American Intergenerational Acculturation Gap.- Acculturation: Recommendations for Future Research.- Clinical Insights on Acculturation in Asian American Mental Health.- The Impact of Immigration and Acculturation on the Mental Health of Asian Americans: Overview of Epidemiology and Clinical Implications.- Assessing Asian American Family Acculturation in Clinical Settings: Guidelines and Recommendations for Mental Health Professionals.- The A-B-C in Clinical Practice with Southeast Asians: Basic Understanding of Migration and Resettlement History.- Clinical Considerations When Working with Asian American Children and Adolescents.- Acculturation and Asian American Elderly.- Clinical Insights from Working with Immigrant Asian Americans and Their Families: Focus on Acculturation Stressors.- Conclusion.- Erratum.