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The Relationship Between Trauma, Post-Migration Problems and the Psychological Well-Being of Refugees and Asylum Seekers

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  • Kenneth Carswell

    (The Traumatic Stress Clinic, Camden and Islington Foundation Trust, 73 Charlotte Street, London W1T 4PL, UK, ken.carswell@uclmail.net)

  • Pennie Blackburn

    (The Traumatic Stress Clinic, Camden & Islington Foundation Trust, 73 Charlotte Street, London W1T 4PL, UK)

  • Chris Barker

    (Clinical Department, Educational and Health Psychology, University College London, Gower Street, London, WC1E 6BT, UK)

Abstract

Background: There is growing evidence of the impact of post-migration factors on the mental health of refugees. To date, few UK studies have been conducted. Aims: The study investigated the relationship between trauma, post-migration problems, social support and the mental health of refugees and asylum seekers. Methods: Refugees and asylum seekers ( n = 47) were recruited mainly from clinical settings. Self-report measures of post-migration problems, mental health problems and social support were completed in an interview. Results: Bivariate associations were identified between increased symptoms and number of traumas, adaptation difficulties, loss of culture and support and confidant support. In multivariate analyses post-migration problems were significantly associated with post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms and emotional distress. There was no significant association of symptoms and number of traumas or social support. Conclusions: The results suggest that clinical services should provide holistic interventions within a phased approach when working with refugees and asylum seekers. At a policy level, the results suggest the need for asylum policies that reduce post-migration problems and provide support for refugees and asylum seekers.

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  • Kenneth Carswell & Pennie Blackburn & Chris Barker, 2011. "The Relationship Between Trauma, Post-Migration Problems and the Psychological Well-Being of Refugees and Asylum Seekers," International Journal of Social Psychiatry, , vol. 57(2), pages 107-119, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:socpsy:v:57:y:2011:i:2:p:107-119
    DOI: 10.1177/0020764009105699
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