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Su Yeong Kim’s Research on the Acculturation Gap: How Mexican-Origin Families Create Meaning and Strength
Rethinking the Acculturation Gap: Su Yeong Kim Highlights Strengths in Mexican-Origin Families Much of the prior research on the “acculturation gap” has relied upon what scholars call a deficit perspective, focusing on how mismatches between parents’ and children’s levels of cultural adaptation generate conflict and predict negative outcomes such as depression or poor academic performance. While these findings are valuable, they leave out an equally important question: Can cultural mismatches also generate positive outcomes for immigrant families?
By Su Yeong Kim6 months ago in Families
Before I Die, I Just Want to Hug You Once
Ali was my close friend’s nephew—simple, hardworking, and his mother’s dearest son. His eyes carried dreams, his heart was full of ambitions, and a pure smile always adorned his face. Yet behind that smile lay a wound carved by poverty: a mud house, a leaking roof, and a small piece of land that barely fed the family.
By New stAr writer 6 months ago in Families
She Left a Note on the Coffee Table—Three Words That Broke Me
I still remember the way the light filtered through the curtains that morning. It was one of those soft, golden mornings that should have promised peace. But instead, it delivered heartbreak. The coffee was still warm in the pot. The silence of the apartment was heavy, unnatural. And there, in the center of the living room, was a note.
By Engr. Mansoor Ahmad6 months ago in Families
Diagnosis and Treatment of Hair Loss Disorders
Hair loss is a common concern affecting millions of men and women worldwide. It can occur due to various reasons including genetics, hormonal changes, nutritional deficiencies, stress, autoimmune diseases, or environmental factors. Understanding the root cause is crucial to choosing the most effective treatment plan. This guide explores the causes of hair loss, advanced treatment options, and preventive lifestyle strategies to help manage and possibly reverse the condition.
By Ahmad shah6 months ago in Families
The Kneeling Mother
The sun had not yet risen over the city of Kobe, Japan, when the earth began to tremble. It started as a low rumble, like a distant thunder, and then quickly escalated into a violent roar. Buildings swayed like trees in a storm, glass shattered, screams filled the air, and within moments, everything turned into dust and chaos.
By Ahmad shah6 months ago in Families
"The Importance of Apologies". Content Warning. AI-Generated.
We all make mistakes. We say things we don’t mean, hurt people we care about, or act in ways we later regret. In such moments, one of the most powerful tools we have for healing and restoring trust is a simple, sincere apology.
By Najeeb Scholer6 months ago in Families
The Value of Tradition. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
In the peaceful valley of Noorabad, time seemed to move with the sun—slow and steady. Birds chirped in the early morning mist, oxen plowed the soil while farmers sang old songs, and every evening, the smell of wood fires and spiced lentils filled the air. It was a village wrapped in rhythm, rituals, and stories passed from generation to generation.
By Najeeb Scholer7 months ago in Families
"The Gift of Time". Content Warning. AI-Generated.
In the heart of a busy city, where the buildings reached high into the sky and the streets buzzed with cars and crowds, lived a little girl named Amaya. She was eight years old, curious and bright, but often alone. Her father, Mr. Ravi, was a successful businessman who always seemed to be in a hurry—on calls, in meetings, or rushing off to catch a flight. Her mother had passed away when Amaya was very young, and though her home was filled with toys, books, and beautiful clothes, it often felt empty.
By Najeeb Scholer7 months ago in Families
