| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10502761 | Health & Place | 2012 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
⺠Migrants occupy different social fields encompassing both their origin and their destination. ⺠We draw upon Bourdieu's concept of habitus and social fields to conceptualize this phenomenon. ⺠Previous work has focused on economic migrants rather than on lifestyle migration. ⺠British pensioners reported transforming their habitus when accessing the healthcare system which they valued highly. ⺠British pensioners reported a 'healthier lifestyle' in Spain consequent on changing their practices.
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Authors
Helena Legido-Quigley, Martin McKee,