This section examines the psychological and social impact of displacement. The papers presented here focus on environmental, cultural and social factors that may act as stressors, thereby undermining traditional coping strategies and psychological well-being. They also examine practical interventions that may enhance the mental health and well-being of individuals in post-flight situations.

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Save the Children

Separated Children in the UK

Ayotte, W., 2001

This paper gives an important insight into some of the practical and psychological obstacles faced by unaccompanied minors coming to the UK

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Cold Comfort: Young Separated Refugees in England

Stanley, K., 2001

Section 5.10 examines the mental health needs of separated children in the UK and gives a number of examples of good practice. The PDF is large and may be slow to download

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National Alliance for Multicultural Mental Health

Lessons from the Field: Issues and Resources in Refugee Mental Health

2000

This is an interesting collection of papers examining phases of adjustment to life in exile, stressors affecting refugee adjustment, spirituality and suicide. (PDF file)

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Responding to the Psychosocial Needs of Refugees: Key Issues

Ager, A, in 'Refugee Experience-Psychosocial Training Module' Loughry, M., Ager, A (eds), 2001

Ager addresses the argument of vulnerability versus resilience as it relates to the psychosocial well-being of refugees.

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