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[Mental disorders among immigrants in Chile].
Graciela Rojas1, Rosemarie Fritsch, Ariel Castro
1Clínica Psiquiátrica, Hospital Clínico, Universidad de Chile, Chile. grojas@redclinicauchile.cl
Revista Medica De Chile
|January 31, 2012
Summary
Common Mental Disorders (CMD) are more prevalent in immigrant children (29.3%) than adults (17.8%) in Santiago, Chile. This study highlights the urgent need to address healthcare access barriers for these vulnerable populations.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Mental Health Research
Context:
- Chile experiences significant immigration from Latin American countries.
- Immigrant populations often face unique health challenges.
- Understanding mental health prevalence is crucial for targeted interventions.
Purpose:
- To determine the prevalence of Common Mental Disorders (CMD) among immigrants in Independencia, Santiago, Chile.
- To compare CMD prevalence between adult and child immigrant populations.
- To identify potential barriers to healthcare access for immigrant families.
Summary:
- A cross-sectional study interviewed 282 adults and 341 children in primary care and school settings.
- Prevalence of CMD was 17.8% in adults and 29.3% in children.
- Most immigrants were from Peru, with higher CMD rates observed in children.
Impact:
- Findings indicate a lower CMD prevalence in adult immigrants compared to the general Chilean population.
- A concerning increase in CMD prevalence was noted among immigrant children.
- Detected healthcare access barriers necessitate policy and service improvements for immigrant health in Chile.
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