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  • 1Department of Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy, University Hospital Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Schwabachanlage 6, 91054, Erlangen, Germany.

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Migrants in Germany frequently experience institutional verbal violence (IVV) in public services, impacting mental health. Reducing IVV in institutions like immigration offices is crucial for migrant well-being.

Area of Science:

  • Sociology
  • Psychology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Verbal violence and discrimination act as significant psychological stressors for migrants.
  • These stressors are linked to an increased likelihood of developing mental illnesses.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the frequency of institutional verbal violence (IVV) and discrimination experienced by voluntary migrants and refugees in Germany.
  • To investigate the association between these experiences and the mental health of migrants.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional online survey was conducted with adult voluntary migrants and refugees in Germany.
  • Data were collected using the Everyday Discrimination Scale (EDS), PHQ-2, GAD-2, and a self-developed IVV Questionnaire.
  • Statistical analyses included t-tests and multiple linear regression.
Migrants
Refugees
Verbal violence

Main Results:

  • Migrants most frequently reported IVV in public transport, immigration offices, and medical practices.
  • Female voluntary migrants experienced IVV more often than males. Refugees reported more depressive symptoms than voluntary migrants.
  • Both IVV and discrimination were significantly associated with increased symptoms of depression and generalized anxiety.

Conclusions:

  • There is a clear need for interventions to reduce IVV in public institutions, particularly immigration offices, healthcare settings, and local government offices.
  • Implementing training and supervision for employees in these institutions is recommended to mitigate the negative mental health impacts of IVV.