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Measuring Hispanic Optimism and Personal Expectancy.
- Source :
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Hispanic Journal of Behavioral Sciences . Nov2022, Vol. 44 Issue 4, p267-296. 30p. - Publication Year :
- 2022
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Abstract
- The purpose of this study was to develop the Hispanic Optimism and Personal Expectancy (HOPE), a measure of optimism related to the concept of the American Dream. This measure assesses beliefs that are shared by Hispanic/Latinx immigrants and non-immigrants about opportunities for advancement in the United States. Based on focus groups consisting of both immigrant and non-immigrant Hispanic/Latinx participants (n = 93), twenty four (24) items for the measure were created from qualitative interviews. Separate exploratory (n = 174) and confirmatory (n = 181) factor analysis supported three factors: Hope for a better life, for freedom & security, and for economic opportunity. Results provided empirical support for the HOPE. A final set of sixteen (16) items are included in the HOPE measure. This measure can benefit researchers or counselors who work with Hispanic/Latinx immigrants to understand individual expectancies and barriers toward achieving their American Dream. We discuss implications for research and potential conceptions of U.S. meritocracy as a potential myth for minority and immigrant groups. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 07399863
- Volume :
- 44
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Hispanic Journal of Behavioral Sciences
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 173949180
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1177/07399863231197333