Analysis

Stress was a commonality among most participants. Examples: applying to college, taking care of the financial aspect, going through school without a parent who has had a similar experience.

Second generation immigrants often have to act as a "gatekeeper" for their family. Examples: Keeping them updated with current events, translating, helping with important things such as taxes, buying a house, financial aspect of college.

Having to parent their parents allowed these students to mature quicker and most of these students feel independent and empowered because of it. All the struggles they have been through strengthened them.