Peer Support and Mental Health of Migrant Domestic Workers: A Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT: The effectiveness of peer support in improving mental health and well-being has been well documented for vulnerable populations. However, how peer support is delivered to migrant domestic workers (MDWs) to support their mental health is still unknown. This scoping review aimed to synthesize evidence on existing peer support services for improving mental health among MDWs. We systematically searched eight electronic databases, as well as grey literature. Two reviewers independently performed title/abstract and full-text screening, and data extraction. Twelve articles were finally included. Two types of peer support were identified from the included studies, i.e., mutual aid and para-professional trained peer support. MDWs mainly seek support from peers through mutual aid for emotional comfo

SUBMITTER: Ho KHM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9265321 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature