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Posttraumatic stress disorder among the Lebanese population and Syrian refugees: A systematic review
Jana El Husseiny1, Sarah H Farran2, Walaa G El Sheikh3
1Neuroscience Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Lebanese University.
Introduction:
Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a severe and disabling condition that can lead to functional impairment and decreased productivity. The purpose of this systematic review was to compile and evaluate existing research on PTSD in Lebanon and among Syrian refugees.
Method:
We searched the databases OVID Medline, EMBASE, and PsycINFO for articles that used validated tools to report the screening or diagnosis of PTSD among our population of interest.
Results:
We included 102 articles out of a total of 10,367 screened manuscripts. We identified 24 studies discussing PTSD in the Lebanese population and 78 among Syrian refugees. A total of 90 studies described the epidemiological characteristics of PTSD while 12 assessed different treatment options. There was no significant difference in PTSD rates between males and females. We also identified several risks and protective factors for developing PTSD. The former included female gender, marriage, older age, and exposure to war.
Conclusion:
PTSD among Lebanese individuals and Syrian refugees is multifactorial in nature, but commonly involves war-related events. There is a significant evidence gap regarding intervention strategies in this population group. Targeted, multidisciplinary, and holistic interventions are required. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2023 APA, all rights reserved).
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