Shared Language Erosion: Rethinking Immigrant Family Communication and Impacts on Youth Development

• Main Authors: Ronald B. Cox (Author), Darcey K. deSouza (Author), Juan Bao (Author), Hua Lin (Author), Sumeyra Sahbaz (Author), Kimberly A. Greder (Author), Robert E. Larzelere (Author), Isaac J. Washburn (Author), Maritza Leon-Cartagena (Author), Alma Arredondo-Lopez (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: MDPI AG, 2021-03-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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In this paper we make the case for Shared Language Erosion as a potential explanation for the negative outcomes described in the immigrant paradox for second- and third- generation immigrants (e.g., declines in physical, mental, and behavioral health). While not negating the important role of cultur...