Social integration and mental health of Somali refugees in the Netherlands:the role of perceived discrimination

Background: We assess whether social integration is associated with mental health among Somali refugees in the Netherlands, and how this association is shaped by perceived discrimination. Methods: We performed linear regression and formal mediation analyses on Survey Integration Minorities data (n = 417) to assess whether the effects of two facets of social integration – Dutch language proficiency and informal contacts with natives – on mental health were mediated or suppressed by perceived discrimination. Results: Dutch language proficiency was positively associated with mental health, but al... Mehr ...