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Article

Publication Date

11-1-2016

Keywords

Missionary kids, Korean missionaries

Abstract

The present study is a qualitative investigation of the psychological experiences of children of Korean missionaries, through the eyes of Korean missionary kids (MKs) and missionary workers. A semi-structured interview was conducted with 11 MKs and MK workers, and data were analysed using the Consensual Qualitative Research method. Several domains emerged: challenges associated with the MK experience, resiliency of MKs, intrapersonal and interpersonal coping skills, mental health concerns, religion and spirituality, a complex cultural identity, preparation for college transition, and hopes for MKs and their missionary parents. Categories corresponding to the domains are highlighted. The present study addresses a need for more attention paid to the non-American MK experience, and it presents some implications for the church and higher educational institutions.

Comments

This is an accepted manuscript of an article published by Taylor & Francis in Mental Health, Religion, and Culture on April 12, 2017, available online: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/13674676.2017.1310830

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Final published version © 2017 Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group

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