Study of Sociocultural Acculturation Impact on Students’ Mental Health from Chinese Mainland in Hong Kong SAR

Haojun  CHEN; Wenzhuo  ZHANG; Chengye  LAI; Ting  JIANG

doi:10.4236/psych.2025.163017

Study of Sociocultural Acculturation Impact on Students’ Mental Health from Chinese Mainland in Hong Kong SAR

Haojun CHEN, Wenzhuo ZHANG, Chengye LAI, Ting JIANG

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Abstract

This study examines the impact of sociocultural acculturation on the mental health of postgraduate students from Chinese mainland in Hong Kong SAR. Utilizing the GHQ-28 and the Acculturative Hassles Scale for Chinese Students (AHSCS), this research identifies the correlation between psychological well-being and sociocultural adaptation. Based on 245 valid responses from a questionnaire survey conducted in October 2024, the findings reveal a significant positive correlation between sociocultural adaptation and mental health. Recommendations are provided for Hong Kong SAR universities to enhance support systems aiding students’ acculturative challenges from Chinese mainland.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	305-314
Number of pages	10
Journal	Psychology
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.4236/psych.2025.163017
Publication status	Published - 17 Mar 2025

Keywords

Sociocultural Adaptation
Mental Health
Studying Abroad
Chinese Mainland Students
Hong Kong

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Study of Sociocultural Acculturation Impact on Students’ Mental Health from Chinese Mainland in Hong Kong SAR

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