Mental Health of Refugees and Asylum Seekers

Bhugra, Dinesh; Craig, T. K. J.; Bhui, Kamaldeep

doi:10.1093/med/9780199557226.001.0001

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“…Existing research also has suggested that refugee populations are at risk of mental health problems, such as posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depressive disorders (Bhugra, Craig, & Bhui, 2010; Fazel, Wheeler, & Danesh, 2005) during both pre- and postforced migration periods. Porter and Haslam (2005) conducted a systematic review of outcome literature that found refugees to have moderate risk for experiencing poorer mental health outcomes than did those individuals in comparison groups.…”

Section: Physical and Psychological Consequences Of Forced Migrationmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Sociocultural barriers such as experiences of isolation, microaggressions, culturally insensitive diagnoses and treatment, and overall neglect are not uncommon occurrences for refugees when resettling in host countries (Annamalai, 2014). Specific idioms and illness beliefs can be in conflict with paradigms of mental illness in the host country, which can often lead to misdiagnosis and overpathologizing of refugee populations (Bhugra et al, 2010). Socioeconomic factors such as illiteracy and unemployment (Porter & Haslam, 2005) or lack of housing in resettlement periods (Beiser, 2006; Marshall, Schell, Elliott, Berthold, & Chun, 2005) can also exacerbate psychological distress.…”

Section: Cultural and Contextual Factors Of Forced Migrationmentioning

confidence: 99%

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When home is gone: An application of the multicultural orientation framework to enhance clinical practice with refugees of forced migration.

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Kivlighan²

2019

Professional Psychology: Research and Practice

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Forced migration represents an enduring human catastrophe. Although the impetuses of forced migration are varied, the experience can nevertheless provoke or exacerbate a cascade of issues, including acute and chronic physical illness and limited upward economic mobility or opportunities for resettlement. Persistent psychological challenges are compounded by cultural barriers, such as language issues and experiences of prejudice and stigmatization. Moreover, refugees may face additional barriers accessing culturally informed treatment that effectively meets refugees' treatment needs. Therefore, this article provides an overview of cultural considerations in the treatment of refugee populations and introduces the multicultural orientation framework as a method to enhance mental health services for refugee populations and to help guide clinicians in the delivery of culturally appropriate care. We note the importance of therapists' seeking cultural opportunities with humility and comfort to best serve refugee populations. Public Significance StatementThis article reviews the physical, psychological, and cultural impact of forced migration on refugee populations, particularly those within the United States and other Western, industrialized countries. Additionally, it advances scholarly discussion on the use of the multicultural orientation framework of psychotherapy for use with vulnerable populations, such as refugees.

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Section: Physical and Psychological Consequences Of Forced Migrationmentioning

confidence: 99%