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A Multivariate Model of Immigrant Adaptation*

A Multivariate Model of Immigrant Adaptation* A Multivariate Model of Immigrant Adaptation* John Goldlust Anthony H. Richmond The longitudinal approach to the study of immigrants has many undoubted advantages, to which Professor Appleyard and others have drawn attention (Appleyard, 1964, 1972). When observations are made and information obtained at each stage of the migratory experience, from the original decision to emigrate onward, the data obtained are more reliable 'than when the researcher must rely upon retrospection. Furthermore, by following a specific cohort over a period of time, it is possible to measure the direct effect of length of residence without the distortion that arises when the characteristics of different cohorts are examined. The experiences of different cohorts are influenced not only by length of residence, but by the specific ethnic composition and socio-economic status of the immigrants in question, and by the varying conditions in the receiving society at time of arrival and subsequently. However, there are a number of reasons why it is unlikely that sociologists will be able to dispense with what has been called the 'one shot' survey as a means of examining the characteristics and experi­ ences of immigrants. Although early census data may be available in forms that permit the http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png International Migration Review SAGE

A Multivariate Model of Immigrant Adaptation*

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SAGE
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© 1974 Center for Migration Studies
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0197-9183
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1747-7379
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10.1177/019791837400800208
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A Multivariate Model of Immigrant Adaptation* John Goldlust Anthony H. Richmond The longitudinal approach to the study of immigrants has many undoubted advantages, to which Professor Appleyard and others have drawn attention (Appleyard, 1964, 1972). When observations are made and information obtained at each stage of the migratory experience, from the original decision to emigrate onward, the data obtained are more reliable 'than when the researcher must rely upon retrospection. Furthermore, by following a specific cohort over a period of time, it is possible to measure the direct effect of length of residence without the distortion that arises when the characteristics of different cohorts are examined. The experiences of different cohorts are influenced not only by length of residence, but by the specific ethnic composition and socio-economic status of the immigrants in question, and by the varying conditions in the receiving society at time of arrival and subsequently. However, there are a number of reasons why it is unlikely that sociologists will be able to dispense with what has been called the 'one shot' survey as a means of examining the characteristics and experi­ ences of immigrants. Although early census data may be available in forms that permit the

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International Migration Review – SAGE

Published: Jun 1, 1974

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