Young refugees become mental health helpers — and researchers measure the impact on their own wellbeing
Knowledge-focused
Completed
This pilot study looked at whether training Syrian refugee young adults (ages 18–24) to serve as community mental health workers could improve their own mental health. 115 participants were trained and then surveyed about their wellbeing, stress, and coping. The study also explor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rema Afifi • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC