Using data from the California Health Interview Survey, this cross-sectional study examined the differential role of neighborhood social capital and other socio-demographic variables in predicting the health of immigrants and native-born Americans. The results revealed a statistically significant association between age, marital status, and poverty level, English proficiency, education and employment, self-reported health, and immigrant and non-immigrant status. With the exception of neighborhood trust, neighborhood social capital indicators such as social cohesion, neighborhood safety, and civic participation were found to significantly predict both immigrant and non-immigrant health. Neighborhood trust was significant for non-immigrants, but was not predictive of immigrant health. This study emphasizes the importance of neighborhood social interactions as vital to individuals’ health and well-being.
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Danso, K. (2017). Immigrant health disparities: Does neighborliness improve health? Journal of Sociology and Social Welfare, 44(3), 75–94. https://doi.org/10.15453/0191-5096.3872
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