Authors:
Dilan Akdağ, K.M. Ashifa
Addresses:
Department of Social Work, Faculty of Health Science, Istanbul Gelisim University, Avcilar, Turkey. 1dilanakdag0@gmail.com, akariveliparambil@gelisim.edu.tr
Abstract:
Migration, driven by factors such as war, economic instability, and political tension, has profound socio-economic, psychological, and cultural impacts on both migrants and host societies. This study focuses on the psychological effects of Migration on Syrian refugees in Türkiye. Utilizing a systematic literature review, it explores the pre-migration, Migration, and post-migration stressors affecting refugees’ mental health, including traumatic experiences, cultural adjustment, and social isolation. Findings indicate that Syrian refugees face significant psychological challenges, including PTSD, depression, and anxiety, exacerbated by uncertain futures, financial difficulties, and social discrimination. The research highlights the necessity for targeted mental health interventions, social support, and educational programs to facilitate the integration and well-being of refugees. This study aims to provide comprehensive data to inform policymakers, non-governmental organizations, and social service providers, emphasizing the need for culturally sensitive mental health services and inclusive policies.
Keywords: Migration and Syrian Refugees; Psychological Effects; Mental Health; Cultural Adjustment; Social Support; Integration Policies; Post and Pre-Migration; Mental Health Services; Inclusive Policies.
Received: 15/11/2023, Revised: 10/02/2024, Accepted: 29/03/2024, Published: 01/06/2024
AVE Trends in Intelligent Social Letters, 2024 Vol. 1 No. 2 , Pages: 61-71