Young refugees become mental health helpers — and researchers measure the impact on their own wellbeing
NCT ID NCT05265611
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
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 explored what factors (like positive emotions or supportive relationships) might drive any changes. The goal was to see if this approach is feasible and helpful for both the community and the helpers themselves.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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115 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Mar 2023
- Finished
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Mar 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 24 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Syrian refugee 2. 18-24 years 3. have completed high school 4. at the time of screening, live in one of the 3 catchment areas of the field-based NGO partner (MAPs) in the Bekaa region of Lebanon 5. have been involved in NGOs or service to their community' 6. motivation to be a Community Mental Health Worker
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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American University of Beirut, Faculty of Health Sciences
Beirut, Lebanon
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