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Migration and mental health

Bhugra, D.·2004·Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica

Abstract

Objective: Migration and its accompanying stressors affect migrating individuals and their families. The process of migration is not simple or straightforward. The aim of this review is to distil existing information on how migration influences individuals’ mental state and how it determines help seeking as well as pathways to care. Method: The review relies on published studies in both MEDLINE and non‐MEDLINE journals as well as relevant monographs. The search was employed using migration, ethnic communities, stress and other relevant words for purposes of the review. Results: The review provides a background on the typology of migration, its impact on communities as well as individuals. Furthermore, the relationship of mental illness to migration is explored and described. Future research plans are advocated in relationship with these findings. Conclusion: Migration is and can be a very stress‐inducing phenomenon. Yet not all migrants go through the same process. The clinician needs to be aware of coping strategies as well as resilience among migrants.

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Authors
Bhugra, D.
Affiliations
King's College London (GB)
Corresponding author
Bhugra, D.
Venue
Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica
Publisher
Wiley
Published
2004-03-03
Volume
109
Issue
4
Pages
243-258
ISSN
  • 0001-690X (ISSN-L)
  • 1600-0447
OpenAlex
W1965955279
Cited by
1,196
References
103
Citations by year
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FWCI
4.43
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
closed
Locations
  • Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica (publishedVersion)
  • PubMed (publishedVersion)
Topics
  • Social Sciences › Psychology › Clinical Psychology › Migration, Health and Trauma
  • Social Sciences › Sociology and Political Science › Migration, Identity, and Health
  • Social Sciences › Psychology › Social Psychology › Mental Health Treatment and Access
Keywords
migration, mental health, mental illness, migration stress, help-seeking, pathways to care, ethnic communities, coping strategies, resilience
MeSH terms
Adaptation, Psychological, Adult, Mental Disorders, Culture, Emigration and Immigration, Ethnicity, Female, Humans, Language, Male, Mental Health Services, Patient Acceptance of Health Care, Social Support, Stress, Psychological

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