Barriers and opportunities for refugee mental health services: clinician recommendations from Jordan.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Jordan has received more than three million refugees from bordering countries during times of conflict, including over 600 000 Syrian refugees between 2011 and 2021. Amidst this humanitarian crisis, a new mental health system for Syrian refugees has developed in Jordan, with most clinical services administered through non-governmental organizations. Prior studies have identified increased risk of psychiatric disorders in refugee populations and significant barriers for Syrian refugees seeking mental health treatment, but few have reviewed the organization or ability of local systems to meet the needs of this refugee population.

Methods

Qualitative interviews of mental health professionals working with refugees in Jordan were conducted and thematically analyzed to

SUBMITTER: Al-Soleiti M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8482442 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature