Citation

Jowett S, Argyriou A, Scherrer O, Karatzias T, Katona C. BJPsych Open 2021; 7(6): e181.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2021, Royal College of Psychiatrists)

DOI

10.1192/bjo.2021.1007

PMID

34593084

Abstract

Asylum-seekers experience high levels of traumatic events pre-, post- and during migration. Poly-traumatisation is associated with complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD), which has not yet been extensively explored in this population. CPTSD is a prevalent and highly disabling disorder in the present population requiring culturally sensitive diagnostic and treatment approaches. In this service evaluation, we evidence the high prevalence of CPTSD in an asylum-seeking sample and its association with greater distress compared with PTSD. We outline the treatment needs of asylum seekers with CPTSD.

Keywords: Human trafficking;

Language: en

Keywords

Trauma; refugees; asylum seekers; CPTSD; psychosocial interventions