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This research explores how various types of social networks affect aging anxiety among immigrant women in South Korea.

April 10, 2026

Social network typologies and aging anxiety among middle-aged and older immigrant women in South Korea

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This research explores how various types of social networks affect aging anxiety among immigrant women in South Korea.
Analyzed the relationships between social network types and aging anxiety among immigrant women
Focus on Korean-Dominant and Co-Ethnic-Dominant networks
Examined mental health outcomes within a culturally homogeneous society
Stronger social connectedness is linked to lower aging anxiety among immigrant women
Korean-Dominant and Co-Ethnic-Dominant networks show significant associations with mental health outcomes
Findings highlight the need for interventions promoting both bonding and bridging relationships

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The results supported the important association between social connectedness and lower aging anxiety among immigrant women. Also, these findings offer an in-depth understanding of how specific network types, particularly how Korean-Dominant and Co-Ethnic-Dominant networks are associated with mental health outcomes within a culturally homogeneous society. The findings underline the need for policy and practical interventions that foster both bonding and bridging relationships among immigrants.

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www.synapsesocial.com/papers/69d893896c1944d70ce04868 — DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/13557858.2026.2655632

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S. D. Chung

Minseon Park

Eunjoo Chang

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Ethnicity and Health

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Yonsei University

Ewha Womans University Medical Center

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