Prevalence of posttraumatic stress disorder and associated factors among displaced people in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Prevalence of posttraumatic stress disorder and associated factors among displaced people in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis

BackgroundThe number of people who have been displaced from their homes due to violence, conflict, and natural disasters. The displaced persons are vulnerable to PTSD; however, being women, individuals with lower socio-economic status and intense exposure to physical assault are more vulnerable. The...

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Main Authors: Fantahun Andualem, Mamaru Melkam, Girmaw Medfu Takelle, Girum Nakie, Techilo Tinsae, Setegn Fentahun, Gidey Rtbey, Tesfaye Derbie Begashaw, Jemal Seid, Lidiya Fasil Tegegn, Getachew Muluye Gedef, Desalegn Anmut Bitew, Tilahun Nega Godana
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-03-01
Series:Frontiers in Psychiatry
Subjects:
epidemiology
prevalence
posttraumatic stress disorder
PTSD
displaced people
refugees
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyt.2024.1336665/full

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