Explorando el Impacto Psicológico del Proceso de Deportación en Inmigrantes

Abstract

The purpose of this qualitative study is to explore the psychological impact of the deportation process on Mexican immigrants. This study used a phenomenological approach to analyze interviews with 10 individuals who were deported from the United States. Data analysis revealed the presence of three main categories: Deportation Trauma, Starting Over, and Emotional Scars. The first main category, The Trauma of Deportation, was divided into two sub-categories: Fear of the unknown and Feeling vulnerable. The second main category, Starting Over, was divided into three sub-categories: Feeling like a failure, Adjusting to a new life, and Unrealized dreams. The last main category, Emotional Scars, was divided into two sub-categories: Depression and Sadness. Implications, limitations, and suggestions for future research are also presented.