Experiences of Syrian Refugees Living in Jordan: A Qualitative Study of the Health Effects of Displacement

Presser, Elise

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Year:: 2019
Contributor:: Presser, Elise (creator); Borkan, Jeffery (Advisor); Brown University. Division of Biology and Medicine (sponsor)
Genre:: theses
Subject:: Refugees; Syria; Refugees--Health and hygiene; refugee health
Extent:: 5, 20 p.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.26300/0r9c-4n89

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Abstract:: Introduction: As of 2018, 68.5 million people worldwide have been forcibly displaced due to conflict, violence, persecution, or human-rights violations. Syria currently has one of the largest forcibly displaced populations in the world, many settling in Jordan. To provide effective health care, one must understand the specific needs of the give population. Displaced persons have experienced different health problems than their non-displaced counterparts. It is vital to investigate the health experiences of these populations to design health services and systems that meet their needs. Population: Subjects for this research study were Syrian adults living in Jordan who were displaced by the current conflict in Syria. Individuals interviewed for this project lived either in Za’atari Refugee Camp or in Amman. Results: Seventy-five percent of participants were living in Za’atari Refugee Camp with the remaining 25% living in the capital city of Amman. Ages ranged from 19 to 70 years old with 30% of participants under 30 years of age, 35% between 30-49, and 30% over 50 years old. Participants experienced health effects of the conflict, of the journey to Jordan, and from living as a refugee. These include direct injury, torture, sexual violence, lack of access to clean water and sanitation, lack of access to medication and health care, and high rates of mental illness. Conclusion: There is no question that conflict will affect a population’s health. However one must study specific populations and circumstances to understand exactly how health has been affected and the best way to provide quality physical and mental health care during and after the conflict. For Syrians, current care must address direct injury from conflict and displacement, infectious disease resulting from poor living conditions, and the exacerbation of chronic health issues from disruption in care. In addition, health care must address the psychological trauma that has developed from the experience of pre- and post-refugee life.
Notes:: Thesis (Sc. M.)--Brown University, 2019

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Presser, Elise, "Experiences of Syrian Refugees Living in Jordan: A Qualitative Study of the Health Effects of Displacement" (2019). Biology and Medicine Theses and Dissertations. Brown Digital Repository. Brown University Library. https://doi.org/10.26300/0r9c-4n89

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