Lucila Ramos-Sánchez

Prof. Dr. Lucila Ramos-Sánchez


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Academic Career Length

20Years (2007-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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1 July 2007 in Journal of Multicultural Counseling and Development
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Lucila Ramos-Sánchez


2 July 2013 in Journal of Multicultural Counseling and Development
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Lucila Ramos-Sánchez

1 May 2020 in Peace and Conflict: Journal of Peace Psychology
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Lucila Ramos-Sánchez

8 November 2024 in Children
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Lucila Ramos-Sánchez
JLJasmin Llamas
Jasmin Llamas
The impact of immigration policies on Latinx/é mixed-status families and their children is undeniable. Changes in immigration policy, focused on increased deportation enforcement, within the last three decades have led to an increased fear of deportation and unique circumstances mixed-status families must navigate. These circumstances, combined with fear of deportation, have had deleterious effects on the psychological well-being of the family, in general, and the children, in particular. This paper reviews the impact of immigration policies on Latinx/é mixed-status families, the unique circumstances of mixed-status families, and the mental health implications these have on the children specifically. Articles and books were selected from various sources that addressed Latinx/é mental health, mixed-status families, and immigration. After a review of the literature, these circumstances emerged: familial separation, citizen children second-class citizenry, developmental implications, psychological implications, and coping mechanisms and strategies of mixed-status families. Recommendations for mental health providers who work with children from mixed-status families are provided.