![]() ConclusionsĪ significant level of depression and PTSD was observed. ![]() ![]() Multivariate logistic regression demonstrated factors most strongly associated with depression (history of father's death, self-report of schoolwork not going well, not spending time with friends) and PTSD (concern for physical safety, having many arguments with parents, history of physical abuse, and lack of safety of neighborhood). The prevalence estimates of depression and PTSD were 14.0% and 11.6% 7.9% suffered from comorbid PTSD and depression. Diagnosis of depression and PTSD was ascertained using the best estimate diagnosis method. MethodsĪ stratified random sample of Haitian immigrant students enrolled in Boston public high schools was selected for participation 84% agreed to be interviewed with a standardized questionnaire. The present study aims to: 1) estimate the prevalence of depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among Haitian immigrant students and 2) examine factors associated with depression and PTSD to identify potential areas of intervention that may enhance psychosocial health outcomes among immigrant youth from Haiti in the U.S. Analyzing stressors and "internalizing" symptoms offers a more balanced picture of the type of social and mental health services that may be needed for this population. Previous studies of Haitian immigrant and refugee youth have emphasized "externalizing" behaviors, such as substance use, high risk sexual behavior, and delinquency, with very little information available on "internalizing" symptoms, such as depression and anxiety. ![]()
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