Post-traumatic stress disorder in youth exposed to the Syrian conflict: A systematic review and meta-analysis of prevalence and determinants

• Type: Article in International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2022

Authors

Kanan, J (Author) Other; Leao, T (Author) FMUP

Journal

Title: Journal of Health Psychology

ISSN: 1359-1053

Publisher: SAGE

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Other information

Authenticus ID: P-00X-88V

DOI: 10.1177/13591053221123141

Abstract (EN): A decade of ongoing armed conflict in Syria has damaged the physical and mental health of millions of adults and children. This study aimed to systematically review the prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder among youth exposed to the Syrian conflict, and understand its individual and contextual determinants. The screening procedure resulted in 26 studies, with a total of 11,400 Syrian children and adolescents. The prevalence was 36% (95% CI (0.29-0.43), p < 0.001). Loss of family members or acquaintances, witnessing violence, and social withdrawal increased the risk of post-traumatic stress disorder, while social trust and social support were protective factors.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 17