Impacts of Perceived Discrimination During the COVID-19 Pandemic on Depression Among Older Chinese Immigrants in Aotearoa New Zealand

Polly Yeung, Christine Stephens, Gloria Gao, Rachel Huang, School of Social Work, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand, School of Psychology, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand, CNSST Foundation, New Zealand

Journal of Aging and Health

Published online on July 07, 2025

Abstract

Journal of Aging and Health, Volume 38, Issue 7-8, Page 439-450, August 2026.
Racial discrimination against Chinese immigrants to various countries worldwide has risen sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic, but limited research exists regarding the pathways through which racial discrimination impacts older immigrants’ mental health. ...