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Abstract

In a systematic review and meta-analysis, Fiona Charlson and colleagues have updated WHO prevalence estimates for mental disorders in populations affected by conflict. 129 studies comprising data from 39 countries for populations affected by conflict less than 10 years previously were included in the study, with five mental disorders included in the analysis (depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia). Overall, the estimated point prevalence of mental disorders was 22·1% (95% UI 18·8–25·7) in conflict-affected settings. The estimated point prevalence of severe mental disorders was 5·1% (95% UI 4·0–6·5) and moderate disorders was 4·0% (2·9–5·5). The authors highlighted that their estimates were higher than previously published values. New WHO prevalence estimates of mental disorders in conflict settings: a systematic review and meta-analysisThe burden of mental disorders is high in conflict-affected populations. Given the large numbers of people in need and the humanitarian imperative to reduce suffering, there is an urgent need to implement scalable mental health interventions to address this burden. Full-Text PDF Open AccessRisk of childhood psychiatric disorders in children of refugee parents with post-traumatic stress disorder: a nationwide, register-based, cohort studyChildren of refugees exposed to parental PTSD are at increased risk of psychiatric morbidity. Targeted screening and interventions are necessary to prevent psychiatric morbidity and ensure access to adequate care. Full-Text PDF Open Access