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Challenges and Resilience in the Lives of Refugees Now Residing in the United States: A Health and Well-Being Perspective

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  31 October 2024

Jamla Rizek
Affiliation:
BIDMC Harvard Medical School and Teaching Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
Cara B Taubman
Affiliation:
BIDMC Harvard Medical School and Teaching Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
Fadi Issa
Affiliation:
BIDMC at Harvard Medical School and Teaching Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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Abstract

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Objective

This article explores the health-related challenges for refugees now residing in the United States and highlights strategies for building resilience in this vulnerable population.

Methods

This is a descriptive study identifying six common challenges refugees face when relocating from their country to another country.

Results

Refugees in the United States face many challenges, including language barriers, access to quality education, discrimination based on cultural and religious differences, and inadequate healthcare access. Child refugees, constituting a significant portion of the refugee population, face distinct challenges compared to adults. Many refugees grapple with psychological trauma and access to proper healthcare.

Conclusion

Refugees face many challenges when transitioning to a new country, including losing community, familial support, safety, and cultural norms. To address these challenges in the United States, advocates, and public health advisors must actively engage with refugees to assess their needs and build resilient communities. Proactive outreach tailored to refugees’ vulnerabilities is crucial to ensuring their well-being and successful integration into their new homes.

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© The Author(s), 2024. Published by Cambridge University Press on behalf of Society for Disaster Medicine and Public Health, Inc.
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