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Discrimination and quality of life of brazilian female immigrants in Portugal
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The aim of this study was to analyze the influence of discrimination perception in the quality of
life and mental and physical health of Brazilian women living in Portugal, drawing on a
descriptive research with a quantitative approach, with 682 female immigrants. Data collection
was carried out in two modalities: online, using the LimeSurvey Platform; and presential,
conducted at the Associação Mais Brasil [Association More Brazil] and at the Consulate-General
of Brazil in Porto and Lisbon, with the application of the Perception of Discrimination Scale and
the Medical Outcomes Study 36 – Item Short – Form Health Survey (SF -36). A significant
negative correlation was observed between most SF-36 items and the Perception of
Discrimination Scale, demonstrating an inversely proportional relation when respondents
reporting a higher level of discrimination presented a lower quality of life. Results demonstrate
the presence of a strong perception of discrimination, turning it into one of the greatest problems
faced by immigrants. Among the most significantly affected dimensions, the following aspects
stand out: emotional, pain, overall health status, vitality, social aspects, perception of
discrimination, and health changes through time. The exception lies in the functional capacity
dimension, which does not present a significant relation with the Perception of Discrimination
Scale. The outcomes highlight the negative impact of perceived discrimination on the quality of
life dimensions, engendering harmful effects, as well as on physical and mental health. The study
points out the need to create public policies that seek to receive, include and integrate female
immigrants, guaranteeing their rights and providing information on their duties, in order to reduce
discrimination and improve the quality of life and health of this population.
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Immigrants; Discrimination; Mental Health; Quality of life.
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Eliany Nazaré Oliveira, Félix Neto, Gleisson Ferreira Lima, Francisco Rosemiro Guimarães Ximenes Neto, et al. 2018. “Discrimination and quality of life of brazilian female immigrants in Portugal”, International Journal of Development Research, 8, (06), 21354-21360.