The world has more people fleeing war, violence, and persecution than ever before, and mental health problems of those fleeing is extensive. Tragically, research highlights the heartbreaking reality – language barriers, stigma, limited access to effective tools and aggravating circumstances within the healthcare system hinder their journey to healing. In Sweden, statistics reveal that one in three newly arrived refugees from Syria bear the heavy burden of anxiety, depression, or PTSD. Unaccompanied refugees from Afghanistan face a tenfold increased risk of suicide. The urgency to address this crisis cannot be overstated. With scarce resources...
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