Psychosocial support for refugee parents in well-baby clinics

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Infants born to first-time mothers with a refugee background faced an increased risk of regulatory problems

Maria Marti-Castaner et al.

Summary: This study examined the relationship between mothers' migration background and infant regulatory problems, and the mediating role of maternal mental health. It also explored whether the child's sex, parity, and length of residence moderated the effect of maternal migration background. The results showed that maternal refugee background increased the risk of infant regulatory problems, and this effect was partially mediated by maternal postpartum mental health concerns. The association between maternal refugee background and infant regulatory problems was particularly strong in first-time mothers.

ACTA PAEDIATRICA (2023)

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What Are the Characteristics of Torture Victims in Recently Arrived Refugees? A Cross-Sectional Study of Newly Arrived Refugees in Aarhus, Denmark

Mette Hvidegaard et al.

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (2023)

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Prevalence of mental disorders in refugees and asylum seekers: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Martina Patane et al.

Summary: This study examines the prevalence of mental disorders among refugees and asylum seekers. The results show a significantly high prevalence of major depressive disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder among this population, highlighting the devastating effects of war and violence on refugees' mental health. It emphasizes the importance of providing mental health intervention to address these issues.

GLOBAL MENTAL HEALTH (2022)

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