PLOS Glob Public Health July 2023 PMID 37399172

COVID-19 stressors and mental health problems amongst women who arrived as refugees and those born in Australia.

Susan J Rees, Mohammed Mohsin, Alvin Kuowei Tay, Batool Moussa, Louis Klein, Nawal Nadar, Fatima Hussain, Yalini Krishna, Batoul Khalil, Mariam Yousif, Derrick Silove, Jane Fisher

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The overall tone indicates strong support and recognition of the study's importance, exemplified by phrases like 'shedding light on' and 'new findings,' which emphasize the significance of the research. The discussions often cite specific stressors like material hardship and COVID-related fears, demonstrating high interest and acknowledgment of the article's relevance, contributing to the high impact score.

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Most discussions acknowledge the significance of the research and support its findings on the mental health challenges faced by refugee women during COVID-19.

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Participants show high interest, frequently referencing specific aspects of the study such as the association of material hardship and fears with mental health problems.

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While many posts reflect engagement with the research findings, most are summarizing or highlighting key points rather than deeply analyzing, leading to a moderate engagement score.

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The discussions suggest that the findings are considered impactful, with comments emphasizing the importance for policy and mental health interventions for refugee women.

Abstract in brief

Women from refugee backgrounds in high-income countries face higher mental health risks during COVID-19 due to pre-existing trauma, social challenges, and higher rates of mental disorders.
Refugee women in Australia showed significantly higher prevalence of disorders like Major Depressive Disorder, PTSD, Separation Anxiety Disorder, and Persistent Complicated Bereavement Disorder compared to Australian-born women.
COVID-related material hardship and fears were linked to increased mental health problems in both refugee and Australian-born women, with refugee women being particularly vulnerable to these stressors.]

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Impact of COVID-19 on Refugee Women's Mental Health in High-Income Countries

Refugee women in high-income countries face heightened mental health risks during COVID-19, including depression, PTSD, and anxiety, due to pre-existing trauma and social challenges. The pandemic exacerbates these…

Medicine RTCL TV · Oct 19, 2023 2 views

Julia Robinson

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RT @PLOSGPH: Susan J. Rees et al examine associations of COVID-19 related material hardship and COVID-19 related fear and stress with a ran…

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PLOS Global Public Health

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UNSW Medicine & Health

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These new findings come as part of the WATCH cohort study, shedding light on the experiences and mental health issues affecting women with refugee backgrounds in Australia. https://t.co/YhCVXG0czN

Jul 6, 2023 · 2 likes · 5,432 followers View post →