Understanding mental health challenges and associated risk factors of post-natural disasters in Bangladesh: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

Natural disasters are harmful occurrences caused by the Earth's geological and meteorological processes. Bangladesh is recognized as one of the country's most vulnerable to natural disasters. Therefore, the people of Bangladesh remain at high risk of natural disasters. However, no study has been conducted in Bangladesh to provide an overall perspective on mental health issues that arise after natural disasters. Thus, this systematic review aims to identify all mental health issues and related risk factors brought on by natural disasters in Bangladesh.

Study design

Systematic review.

Methods

Between April to May 2024, a systematic search was conducted across many databases, including PubMed, following the PRISMA guideline. Ultimately, 17 publi

SUBMITTER: Karim MZ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11682885 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature