Posttraumatic Growth in Displaced Syrians in the UK: A Mixed-Methods Approach

Taher, Rayan; Allan, Thérèse

doi:10.1080/15325024.2019.1688022

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“…As recommended by a previous study [39], participants who screened positive on the PHQ-2 (received a score of 2 or above) were selected for further analysis in the regression model. PHQ-9 score was categorized into no symptoms (0-4), mild (5-9), moderate (10)(11)(12)(13)(14), moderately severe (15)(16)(17)(18)(19), and severe (20)(21)(22)(23)(24)(25)(26)(27). Positive PHQ-9 was represented by a score of 10 or higher, as per previous studies in the literature [17].…”

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“…Previous research suggests that despite the harsh conditions that Syrian refugees often experience, some key post-displacement variables may act as protective factors, may buffer the severity and incidence of mental health conditions, and may contribute to posttraumatic growth [ 13 , 24 ]. For instance, obtaining a visa or residence permission, residing in acceptable living conditions, receiving financial support, and having access to social and healthcare services, among others, have contributed to better mental health outcomes [ 13 ].…”

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Prevalence of depression symptoms and associated sociodemographic and clinical correlates among Syrian refugees in Lebanon

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Background Since the outbreak of the Syrian war in 2011, close to 6 million Syrian refugees have escaped to Syria’s neighbouring countries, including Lebanon. Evidence suggests rising levels of mental health disorders among Syrian refugee populations. Yet, to the best of our knowledge, large-scale studies addressing the mental health of adult Syrian refugees in Lebanon are lacking. We examined the prevalence of depression symptoms, which represent a common and debilitating mental health disorder among Syrian refugee populations in Lebanon, along with their sociodemographic and clinical correlates. Methods A cross-sectional survey design was conducted as part of a collaborative project-“Sijilli”- led by the Global Health Institute at the American University of Beirut (Beirut, Lebanon) across 4 informal tented settlements for refugees (Beirut, Bekaa, North, South) in Lebanon among adult Syrian refugees (≥18), over a period extending from 2018 to 2020. The survey inquired about participants’ sociodemographic and clinical characteristics, and screened participants for symptoms of depression through sequential methodology using the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-2 and PHQ-9). Results A total of 3255 adult Syrian refugees were enrolled in the study. Of those refugees, 46.73% (n = 1521) screened positive on the PHQ-2 and were therefore eligible to complete the PHQ-9. In the entire sample (n = 3255), the prevalence of moderate to severe depression symptoms (PHQ-2 ≥ 2 and then PHQ-9 ≥ 10) was 22% (n = 706). Further analyses indicate that being ≥45 years of age (OR 1.61, 95% CI 1.13–2.30), a woman (OR 1.34, 95% CI 1.06–1.70), widowed (OR 2.88, 95% CI 1.31–6.32), reporting a neurological (OR 1.73, 95% CI 1.15–2.60) or a mental health condition (OR 3.98, 95% CI 1.76–8.97) are major risk factors for depression. Conclusion Our study suggests that an estimated one in four Syrian refugees in Lebanon shows moderate to severe depression symptoms, and our findings have important public health and clinical implications on refugee health. There is a need to enhance screening efforts, to improve access and referral to mental health services, and to improve post-migration factors among Syrian refugees in Lebanon.

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Prevalence of depression symptoms and associated sociodemographic and clinical correlates among Syrian refugees in Lebanon

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“…As recommended by a previous study (39), participants who screened positive on the PHQ-2 (received a score of 2 or above) were selected for further analysis. PHQ-9 score was categorized into no symptoms (0-4), mild (5)(6)(7)(8)(9), moderate (10)(11)(12)(13)(14), moderately severe (15)(16)(17)(18)(19), and severe (20)(21)(22)(23)(24)(25)(26)(27). Positive PHQ-9 was represented by a score of 10 or higher, as per previous studies in the literature (17).…”

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Prevalence of Depression Symptoms and Associated Sociodemographic and Clinical Correlates among Syrian Refugees in Lebanon

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Nabulsi

Arnaout

et al. 2021

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Background: Since the outbreak of the Syrian war in 2011, close to 6 million Syrian refugees have escaped to Syria’s neighbouring countries, including Lebanon. Evidence suggests rising levels of mental health disorders among Syrian refugee populations. Yet, to the best of our knowledge, large-scale studies addressing the mental health of adult Syrian refugees in Lebanon are lacking.Aims: We examined the prevalence of depression symptoms, which represent a common and debilitating mental health disorder among Syrian refugee populations in Lebanon, along with their sociodemographic and clinical correlates.Methods: A cross-sectional survey design was conducted as part of a collaborative project-“Sijilli”- led by the Global Health Institute at the American University of Beirut (Beirut, Lebanon) across 4 informal tented settlements for refugees (Beirut, Bekaa, North, South) in Lebanon among adult Syrian refugees (≥18), over a period extending from 2018 to 2020. The survey inquired about participants’ sociodemographic and clinical characteristics, and screened participants for symptoms of depression through sequential methodology using the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-2 and PHQ-9).Results: A total of 3255 adult Syrian refugees were enrolled in the study. Of those refugees, 46.73% (n=1521) screened positive on the PHQ-2 and were therefore eligible to complete the PHQ-9. In the entire sample (n=3255), the prevalence of moderate to severe depression symptoms (PHQ-2 ≥2 and then PHQ-9 ≥10) was 22% (n=706). Further analyses indicate that being ≥45 years of age (OR 1.61, 95% CI 1.13-2.30), a woman (OR 1.34, 95% CI 1.06-1.70), widowed (OR 2.88, 95% CI 1.31-6.32), reporting a neurological (OR 1.73, 95% CI 1.15-2.60) or a mental health condition (OR 3.98, 95% CI 1.76-8.97) are major risk factors for depression.Conclusion: Our study suggests that an estimated one in four Syrian refugees in Lebanon shows moderate to severe depression symptoms, and our findings have important public health and clinical implications on refugee health. There is a need to enhance screening efforts, to improve access and referral to mental health services, and to improve post-migration factors among Syrian refugees in Lebanon.

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“…As recommended by a previous study (39), participants who screened positive on the PHQ-2 (received a score of 2 or above) were selected for further analysis. PHQ-9 score was categorized into no symptoms (0-4), mild (5-9), moderate (10)(11)(12)(13)(14), moderately severe (15)(16)(17)(18)(19), and severe (20)(21)(22)(23)(24)(25)(26)(27). Positive PHQ-9 was represented by a score of 10 or higher, as per previous studies in the literature (17).…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Prevalence of Depression Symptoms and Associated Sociodemographic and Clinical Correlates among Syrian Refugees in Lebanon

Naal

Nabulsi

Arnaout

et al. 2020

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Background: Since the outbreak of the Syrian war in 2011, close to 6 million Syrian refugees have escaped to Syria’s neighbouring countries, including Lebanon. Evidence suggests rising levels of mental health disorders among Syrian refugee populations. Yet, to the best of our knowledge, large-scale studies addressing the mental health of adult Syrian refugees in Lebanon are lacking.Aims: We examined the prevalence of depression symptoms, which represent a common and debilitating mental health disorder among Syrian refugee populations in Lebanon, along with their sociodemographic and clinical correlates.Methods: A cross-sectional survey design was conducted as part of a collaborative project-“Sijilli”- led by the Global Health Institute at the American University of Beirut (Beirut, Lebanon) across 4 informal tented settlements for refugees (Beirut, Bekaa, North, South) in Lebanon among adult Syrian refugees (≥18), over a period extending from 2018 to 2020. The survey inquired about participants’ sociodemographic and clinical characteristics, and screened participants for symptoms of depression through sequential methodology using the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-2 and PHQ-9).Results: A total of 3255 adult Syrian refugees were enrolled in the study. Of those refugees, only 46.73% (n=1521) screened positive on the PHQ-2 and were therefore eligible to complete the PHQ-9. The PHQ-9 analysis revealed high prevalence (22%) of moderate to severe depression in the total sample, suggestive of high probability for Major Depression Disorder (MDD). Further analyses indicate that being ≥45 years of age (OR 1.61, 95% CI 1.13-2.30), a woman (OR 1.34, 95% CI 1.06-1.70), widowed (OR 2.88, 95% CI 1.31-6.32), reporting a neurological (OR 1.73, 95% CI 1.15-2.60) or a mental health condition (OR 3.98, 95% CI 1.76-8.97) are major risk factors for depression.Conclusion: Our study suggests that an estimated one in four Syrian refugees in Lebanon have probable MDD, and our findings have important public health and clinical implications on refugee health. There is a need to enhance screening efforts, to improve access and referral to mental health services, and to improve post-migration factors among Syrian refugees in Lebanon.

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Posttraumatic Growth in Displaced Syrians in the UK: A Mixed-Methods Approach

Cited by 15 publications

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Prevalence of depression symptoms and associated sociodemographic and clinical correlates among Syrian refugees in Lebanon

Prevalence of depression symptoms and associated sociodemographic and clinical correlates among Syrian refugees in Lebanon

Prevalence of Depression Symptoms and Associated Sociodemographic and Clinical Correlates among Syrian Refugees in Lebanon

Prevalence of Depression Symptoms and Associated Sociodemographic and Clinical Correlates among Syrian Refugees in Lebanon

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