Article Title
Efficacy of Narrative Exposure Therapy Among Refugees with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Keywords
PTSD, Trauma, NET, Narrative Exposure Therapy, Refugee, Efficacy
Abstract
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is prevalent among refugee and asylum-seeker populations. Narrative exposure therapy (NET) has been effective in reducing PTSD symptoms in multiple trials. The present review analyzed 19 studies from the PsychInfo database, in which NET was utilized for exclusively refugee or asylum-seeker populations in locations of resettlement. Studies demonstrated effectiveness in reducing PTSD symptoms. In most studies, NET was more effective than other mental health treatments. Results indicated moderate to insignificant symptom reduction in other measures as well, including measures of depression. Discussions in each of the studies were examined for common themes regarding efficacy. Implications for clinicians and general interactions with traumatized refugees are discussed.
Recommended Citation
Hickenlooper, Jarom J. R.
(2019)
"Efficacy of Narrative Exposure Therapy Among Refugees with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder,"
Intuition: The BYU Undergraduate Journal of Psychology: Vol. 14:
Iss.
2, Article 12.
Available at:
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/intuition/vol14/iss2/12