Reevaluating Locus of Control Among Older Karen Refugees in Long-Term Resettlement: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis

Findings underscore a divergence from the individualistic assumptions underlying the LOC construct, emphasizing how older Karen refugees collectively navigate aging and displacement by relying on familial and communal support. This study reveals that traditional applications of the LOC construct may not fully capture the complex realities of refugees from collective cultures, suggesting the need for culturally sensitive research methodologies and culturally adapted psychometric measures and intervention strategies.