FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH INTERNALISING PROBLEMS IN ORPHANS AND THEIR CAREGIVERS IN RURAL MOZAMBIQUE
East African Medical Journal
|February 6, 2016
Summary
Orphans and their caregivers experience higher rates of internalizing problems and depression, facing greater economic and psychosocial disadvantages. This vulnerability highlights the need for targeted support for orphaned children and their families.
Area of Science:
- Child Psychology
- Mental Health Research
- Socioeconomic Impact Studies
Background:
- Orphanhood is associated with significant psychosocial challenges.
- Caregiver mental health is crucial for child well-being.
- Understanding disparities in internalizing problems is vital for intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare internalizing problems in orphans versus non-orphans.
- To assess caregiver mental health in relation to orphan status.
- To identify risk factors for internalizing symptoms in children and depression in caregivers.
Main Methods:
- A case-control study was conducted in Cahora-Bassa District, Mozambique.
- 76 orphans (aged 10-14) and their caregivers were compared with 74 non-orphans and their caregivers.
- Semi-structured interviews assessed child internalizing problems, family structure, and caregiver depression, social support, and socioeconomic conditions.
Main Results:
- Orphans reported more internalizing symptoms and faced greater economic/psychosocial disadvantages.
- Orphan caregivers exhibited higher depression rates and less social support.
- Child internalizing symptoms linked to bullying, punishment, and orphan status; caregiver depression associated with low social support and possessions.
Conclusions:
- Orphans and their caregivers exhibit increased depression and vulnerability.
- Economic and psychosocial disadvantages significantly impact orphans and their families.
- Findings underscore the heightened risks and need for support for orphaned populations.
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