학술논문

Mental health of resettled Syrian refugees: a practical cross-cultural guide for practitioners
Document Type
JOURNAL
Source
The Journal of Mental Health Training, Education and Practice, 2019, Vol. 15, Issue 1, pp. 20-32.
Subject
e-viewpoint
Viewpoint
cat-HSC
Health & social care
cat-MHLT
Mental health
cat-MHE
Mental health education
Cultural competence
Adaptive coping
Mental health services for refugees
Psychosocial support
Resettled Syrians
Victims of torture
Language
English
ISSN
1755-6228
Abstract
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to prepare healthcare providers in high-income countries to deal with mental health and psychosocial issues among resettled Syrian refugees. Design/methodology/approach Collaborative work of the authors on a comprehensive review of social context, cultural frameworks and related issues in the mental health and psychosocial well-being of resettled Syrian refugees. Findings A practical guide that emphasizes the importance of considering the social and cultural dimensions of their predicament and highlighting principles that can help clinicians address the unique needs of Syrian refugee patients. Originality/value The content of this paper is inspired by the collaborative work of the authors on a report commissioned by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugee (UNHCR).