Explanatory models of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression among Afghan refugees in Norway.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The current situation in Afghanistan makes it likely that we are facing a new wave of Afghan refugees, warranting more knowledge about how to deal with mental health problems among them. This study aims to gain more knowledge on Explanatory Models (EM) of depression and post-traumatic stress disorders (PTSD) among Afghan refugees resettled in Norway.

Methods

We conducted six gender-separated, semi-structured focusgroup interviews based on vignettes with Afghan refugees (total N = 27). The vignettes described a fictional character with symptoms of either depression or PTSD symptoms in line with DSM-5 and ICD-10 criteria.

Results

The findings showed that EM varied with gender, age, generation, and migration stories. Participants suggested different potential

SUBMITTER: Brea Larios D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8728976 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature