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- Discrimination and quality of life of brazilian female immigrants in PortugalPublication . Oliveira, Eliany Nazaré; Neto, Félix; Lima, Gleisson Ferreira; Neto, Francisco Rosemiro Guimarães Ximenes; Pereira, Paulo Almeida; Nunes, Joyce Mazza; Linhares, Maria de Socorro Carneiro; Moreira, Roberta Magda Martins; Oliveira, Lycelia da Silva; Moreira, Andréa Carvalho Araújo; Gemes, Ivaldinete de Araujo DelmiroThe 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.
- Influence of violence on the mental health of brazilian immigrant women in PortugalPublication . Oliveira, Eliany Nazaré; Neto, Félix; Lima, Gleisson Ferreira; Neto, Francisco Rosemiro Guimarães Ximenes; Moreira, Roberta Magda Martins; Oliveira, Lycelia da Silva; Olímpio, Anny Caroline dos Santos; Costa, João Breno Cavalcante; Queiroz, Isabelle Frota Ribeiro; Filho, Altenório Lopes de Sousa; Pereira, Paulo Jorge de AlmeidaThis study aimed to analyze the prevalence of violence against Brazilian immigrant women in Portugal since their arrival, and the consequences of this in their experience, specifically in health, perception of discrimination and loneliness. The sample comprised 682 Brazilian women, migrants, over 18 years old, living in Portugal for more than three months. Data collection was carried out online, through the Limasurvey Platform, and in person at the Brazilian General Consulate in Porto and Lisbon, at More Association (Associação Mais), in which the Discrimination Perceptions, Loneliness (ULS-6) and Mental Health Problems Scales were applied. The results suggest that Brazilian women who have been subjected to violence in Portugal have a worse perception of their health, a greater perception of discrimination, a higher level of loneliness and more mental problems. The study also shows that: the length of stay in Portugal is significantly associated with having been subjected to violence; there is a greater proportion of single women (31.5%) who have been subjected to violence; there is a marginally significant association with whom the immigrants live [χ2 (1, 671) = 2.86, p = 0.09]. Immigrants have some vulnerabilities in the host country, since violence has an adverse effect on their physical and mental health. It is believed to be crucial to create a policy of strengthening the citizen and collective conscience of these immigrant women.