Sleep Health in Older Chinese Immigrants
Author Information
Author(s): Jiang Yanping, Tang Fengyan
Primary Institution: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; University of Pittsburgh
Hypothesis
The study aimed to examine the effect of various psychosocial and immigrant factors on sleep outcomes over 2 years in older Chinese American immigrants.
Conclusion
Depressive symptoms and neighborhood disorder are significant risk factors for poor sleep health among older Chinese immigrants.
Supporting Evidence
- Depressive symptoms significantly predicted poorer sleep quality and worse insomnia over 2 years.
- Neighborhood disorder predicted worse insomnia over 2 years but not sleep quality.
- Perceived stress and negative social interactions predicted lower sleep efficiency over time.
Takeaway
This study found that feeling sad and having a messy neighborhood can make it harder for older Chinese immigrants to sleep well.
Methodology
Data were drawn from a subsample of the Population Study of Chinese Elderly in Chicago, where participants self-reported various psychosocial and immigrant factors and completed questionnaires on sleep quality and insomnia.
Participant Demographics
Older Chinese American immigrants.
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