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Leticia Lopez-Pedraza1, Victor Fernandez-Alonso1,2, Juan Francisco Velarde-Garcia1,2,3
1Research Group in Social Health Care Needs for the Population at Risk of Exclusion. Red Cross University School of Nursing, Autonomous University of Madrid, Spain.
Introduction:
People with a migratory background often face traumatic experiences increasing the risk of mental health problems and substance use. It is important to gain a greater understanding of the perspectives of substance use among North African young people with a migratory background and social agents.
Methodology:
A qualitative phenomenological study was conducted. Purposive sampling methods were used to recruit 14 male participants and 9 social agents. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and focus groups, and processed by thematic analysis.
Results:
Four themes were identified: beginning of cross-border consumption that worsens at the reception centers; different ways of obtaining and accessing substances; reasons leading to substance use; and mental health care needs during the migration process.
Discussion:
The implementation of individual-centered and culturally adapted psychosocial support programs can significantly contribute to mitigating psychological challenges, preventing substance use, and promoting greater well-being among people with a migratory background.
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