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Characteristics Of The Russian Intentions To Emigrate

Table 1:

Questions reflecting the components of migration intentions Mean values,HLMI Mean values, LLMI T-criterion Р-level
The cognitive component
I have been thinking over the possibility to leave the RF for permanent residence in another country. 4.5 3.0 2.21 0.017
I would recommend my children, friends and relatives to leave the RF for permanent residence in another country. 3.4 3.1 2.41 0.027
I think that the statement “East or West, home is best” is true. 4.9 3.4 3.61 0.000
I believe that to realize my goals and values it is necessary for me to leave the RF for permanent residence in another country. 4.6 3.9 4.33 0.000
I think that permanent residence in another country will enhance my opportunities and future choices. 3.8 2.7 3.94 0.000
The emotional component
I would be proud of going to live in another country. 3.4 2.9 2.19 0.027
I like to think that one day I shall migrate to a foreign country. 4.4 3.0 3.54 0.000
I would be proud of my children, friends and relatives if they migrated to another country. 3.7 3.5 1.38 0.165
I would feel more comfortable and pleasant living in a foreign country. 4.4 3.5 7.36 0.000
I would like to live in a foreign country. 4.0 3.5 2.43 0.016
The behavioral component
I’m discussing the opportunity to migrate to another country with my friends, relatives. 4.5 3.0 8.92 0.000
I’m collecting information about migration opportunities. 4.2 2.9 7.61 0.000
I’m studying (improving) a foreign language to leave for permanent residence in a foreign country. 4.5 2.5 3.30 0.001
I’m collecting information about housing, jobs, study abroad and a marriage to a foreigner. 3.5 2.5 3.93 0.000
I’m analyzing sites, forums devoted to resettlement and life in a foreign country. 4.0 3.0 2.63 0.009
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