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Ietza Bojórquez-Chapela1, René Leyva-Flores2, Diana Gómez-López3

  • 1Departamento de Estudios de Población, El Colegio de la Frontera Norte. Tijuana, México.. ietzabch@colef.mx.

Salud Publica De Mexico
|February 20, 2025
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Forced migration is linked to increased psychological distress in non-Mexican migrants transiting Mexico. Addressing mental health needs is crucial for this vulnerable population.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Migration Studies
  • Mental Health Research

Context:

  • Non-Mexican migrants in transit through Mexico face significant challenges.
  • Understanding the mental health burden on migrant populations is critical for humanitarian aid and policy.
  • Forced migration dynamics, including violence and insecurity, are key factors influencing migrant well-being.

Purpose:

  • To determine the prevalence of psychological distress among non-Mexican migrants in Mexico.
  • To investigate the association between forced migration and psychological distress in this population.

Summary:

  • A cross-sectional survey of 2,355 non-Mexican migrants in Mexico revealed that 51% experienced mild to severe psychological distress.
  • Over half (52.2%) of participants were identified as forced migrants.

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  • Forced migration, alongside experiences of violence before and during transit, was significantly associated with higher psychological distress scores (PHQ-4).

    • Impact:

    • Findings highlight the elevated psychological distress among forced migrants, underscoring the need for targeted mental health interventions.
    • The study emphasizes the importance of addressing the mental health requirements of migrants in transit within Mexico.
    • Results inform public health strategies and humanitarian efforts for vulnerable migrant groups.