Family and Caregiver Influence

This comprehensive retrospective study investigated the crucial role that mothers have in shaping the mental health of Syrian refugee children. Findings showed that maternal well-being is associated with their children’s psychological outcomes. Supporting maternal mental health is vital for improving child mental health in refugee contexts.

This study sought to understand how father separation impacts Syrian refugee children’s mental well-being. Researchers also examined whether father separation was related to worse maternal parenting, explaining any adverse effects on children’s well-being.  Researchers looked at different aspects of well-being, such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, aggression, and self-development.