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Exploring psychosocial problems and coping mechanisms of internally displaced women and children: a case study
Wohabie Birhan Bitew1, Shimelis Anley Tizazu2
1Department of Psychology, Injibara University, Injibara, Ethiopia.
Abstract:
Women and children are among the most vulnerable groups to be affected by internal displacement during conflict. The purpose of this research was to explore in detail the psychosocial problems and coping mechanisms of internally displaced women and children in West Gojjam, Ethiopia. Qualitative study with case study design was employed to investigate the problem in 2020. Women (n = 3) and children (n = 7) were selected for the study using purposive sampling strategy. Data were collected by using in-depth interview and observation. Data were transcribed, coded and categories of subthemes and themes were identified. The major psychosocial problems identified were loss of social respect, inferiority, social isolation, name-calling and abuse. Staying united, optimism and praying were the coping mechanisms. Findings have implications for future research and intervention strategies.
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