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Abstract/Objectives
This research project focuses on mental health issues faced by individuals under high-pressure societal conditions, with particular attention to the stress and challenges experienced by minority cultural groups during their adaptation processes. It aims to explore their psychological resilience and culturally appropriate models of psychological counseling. The primary objective is to develop culturally sensitive mental health intervention models that strengthen resilience and psychological well-being among individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, thereby enhancing their overall mental health and sense of well-being. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, integrating both quantitative and qualitative methods, and conducts in-depth interviews and empirical research with three key groups: female graduate students, new immigrants, and international students. Research findings will be disseminated through international journals and conferences, providing both practical and theoretical foundations for psychological counseling and policy development within the Taiwanese cultural context.
Results/Contributions

(1) Research on Resilience and Self-Healing among Female Graduate and Undergraduate Students

Two qualitative studies focusing on Taiwanese women were conducted and published in international journals.

  • The first study explored the process of self-compassion among Taiwanese female graduate students. Through in-depth interviews and data analysis, four main themes emerged: self-shaping and self-neglect during early development, symptoms and struggles in the cognitive phase, efforts and resilience during the phase of change, and gradual stabilization in the final phase.
  • The second study examined bibliotherapy experiences among female undergraduate students. Findings indicated that reading facilitated cognitive expansion, self-awareness, emotional healing, and problem-solving. In addition, the study localized and applied the “Hostility Toward Women Scale,” which reflects patriarchal features of Chinese society and highlights latent hostility toward women in Taiwanese society. The scale offers valuable insight for stakeholders and policymakers concerned with gender equality and can be used in the prevention of sexual violence.


(2) Research on Adaptation and Psychological Resilience of New Immigrant Women

This study focused on immigrant women in Taiwan and involved interviews with 20 social workers who had experience working with new female immigrants from Vietnam, Indonesia, China, and the Philippines. It explored the stressors these women face during the adaptation process and their coping strategies. The research found that new immigrants often encounter challenges such as language barriers, financial strain, and family conflicts. Nevertheless, they also demonstrated strong resilience by utilizing social support resources, learning new languages, and actively seeking help.


(3) Psychological Health Needs of International Students and Development of a Sports Counseling Model

Qualitative interviews were conducted with international undergraduate students in Taiwan to understand their cultural adaptation experiences and mental health challenges. Based on the findings, a “sports counseling model” was designed and tested to enhance the physical and psychological well-being as well as the resilience of international students.

Keywords
ResiliencePositive PsychologyPsychological CounselingGender and Cultural Appropriateness
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Contact Information
宋虹儀
residemy.edu@gmail.com