Social integration and social support in a life crisis: Effects of macrosocial change in east Germany |
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Authors: | Ralf Schwarzer André Hahn Harry Schröder |
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Institution: | 1. Institut für Psychologie, WE 7, Freie Universit?t Berlin, Habelschwerdter Allee 45, 14195, Berlin, Germany 2. Universit?t Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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Abstract: | The breakdown of the former communist system in East Germany was a major critical life event for those who left that country
as well as for those who stayed behind. When the borders were opened, a longitudinal study was launched to examine the psychological
readaptation process. Some indicators of social changes of migrants compared to nonmigrants were available. At three points
in time over 2 years, both groups reported on their social bonding and social support. Migrants readjusted well by making
new friends. In particular, young men were socially active, and more same-sex than opposite-sex friendships were established.
The group of young migrants reported having received the most support, in particular when they had a partner. Anticipated
support, in contrast, was highest for young single women who did not migrate. Results contribute to the understanding of social
dynamics that occur after a stressful relocation. |
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Keywords: | migrants refugees life crisis friendship social support social networks |
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