Mental Health Challenges of Climate Change for Older Korean and Korean American Adults: Navigating Vulnerability, Isolation, and Resilience.

IF 1.4 4区医学 Q3 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH

Social Work in Public Health Pub Date : 2025-09-05 DOI:10.1080/19371918.2025.2557348

Suk-Hee Kim

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Abstract

Climate change presents a growing mental health concern for older adults, particularly among Korean and Korean American populations who may experience heightened vulnerabilities due to cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic factors. This study examines the psychological impact of climate change on this demographic, focusing on three key areas: increased vulnerability to climate-related disasters, the exacerbation of social isolation, and the role of resilience in mitigating negative outcomes. Drawing on interdisciplinary research, this study explores how environmental stressors, displacement, and disruptions to traditional support systems contribute to mental health challenges. Furthermore, it highlights protective factors such as cultural resilience, intergenerational support, and community-based interventions that can help older Korean and Korean American adults adapt to climate-related stressors. The findings underscore the need for culturally responsive mental health strategies, policy initiatives, and social support networks to promote psychological well-being and climate adaptation in aging populations.

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气候变化对韩国老年人和韩裔美国人的心理健康挑战：导航脆弱性，孤立性和恢复力。

气候变化对老年人的心理健康提出了越来越多的关注，特别是在韩国人和韩裔美国人中，由于文化、语言和社会经济因素，他们可能会经历更高的脆弱性。本研究考察了气候变化对这一人口的心理影响，重点关注三个关键领域：对气候相关灾害的脆弱性增加、社会孤立加剧以及复原力在减轻负面后果方面的作用。在跨学科研究的基础上，本研究探讨了环境压力、流离失所和传统支持系统的中断如何导致心理健康挑战。此外，它还强调了保护因素，如文化弹性、代际支持和基于社区的干预措施，这些因素可以帮助韩国老年人和韩裔美国人适应与气候相关的压力源。研究结果强调，需要制定具有文化响应性的心理健康战略、政策举措和社会支持网络，以促进老龄人口的心理健康和气候适应。

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