Acculturation: Measurements and Review of Findings

Acculturation is a process that occurs when two or more cultures interact together. This opening chapter discusses the evolution of the definition of acculturation and identifies scales used to measure acculturation through behavior, values, or a combination of both. The chapter then provides a detailed review of the research literature on the effect of acculturation on Asian Americans, specifically as it pertains to physical health, mental health, school performance, choice of careers, and attitudes toward counseling and therapy.