Protective Factors of the Longitudinal Association Between Discrimination and Mental Health Among Mexican-Origin Youth

Key Points

• Mental health among Mexican-origin youth is influenced by perceived discrimination, with specific protective factors identified.
• Key findings include that stronger family support and cultural identity reduce the negative impact of discrimination on mental health.
• Longitudinal analysis across diverse communities tracks the relationship between discrimination and mental health outcomes over time.
• Implications highlight the importance of psychosocial interventions focusing on family and cultural strengths for youth wellbeing.