Abstract

The purpose of this study is to examine the moderating effect of social support on the relationship between perceived discrimination and depression among married immigrant women. The participants were 145 married immigrant women in A Province. The results are as follows. First, perceived discrimination had a significant effect on depression of married immigrant women. Second, social support moderated the relationship between perceived discrimination and depression. In the group with high perceived discrimination, married immigrant women with a high level of social support are less likely to experience depression. Specifically, social support from significant others are significantly moderated the effect of perceived discrimination on depression. However, those who perceive a low level of social support may experience a high level of depression. Limitations and the implications for future studies are discussed.