Berry 1987

Question 1

assimilation

Answer 1

the process through which a minority group or culture comes to resemble the majority or incorporates and inhibits the behaviours and beliefs of a different group, either fully or partially

Question 2

aim

Answer 2

to explore the relationship between different acculturation strategies (assimilation, integration, separation, marginalization) and the immigrant’s mental health

Question 3

procedure

Answer 3

The researchers focused on immigrants and refugees
from various backgrounds (e.g., from Asia, Africa, and Europe)
who had moved to Canada. Participants were assessed on their
mental health (e.g., anxiety, depression) and acculturation
strategies—how they adapted to the host culture.

Question 4

results

Answer 4

The study found that integration (maintaining one’s culture while interacting with the host culture) led to better
mental health outcomes compared to the other strategies.

Assimilation was found to have a negative impact on mental
health in some cases because individuals who assimilated often
felt disconnected from their original culture and experienced
identity loss.