Authors :
Sara Bashir; Samar Mohamed
Volume/Issue :
Volume 8 - 2023, Issue 11 - November
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DOI :
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10213234
Abstract :
PTSD is a psychiatric disorder that may
develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic
event or circumstance. This study aimed to assess the
epidemiology of PTSD among Internally Displaced
People (IDPs) residing in the city of Port Sudan and the
most suitable psychological intervention/s needed to
address their PTSD. A mixed-method approach was
employed using a combination of open-ended and close-
ended questions via a self-filled questionnaire distributed
throughout various areas inthe city of Port-Sudan where
IDPs reside. Out of 498 respondents, 109 exhibited
potential symptoms of PTSD and required urgent
psychological assistance whereas 276 of the respondents
showed borderline tendencies of PTSD. 334 of the
respondents expressed their need for psychosocial
interventions such as programmes that support the
social and emotional skills. The study found a high
prevalence of PTSD among IDPs, with some
experiencing unexplained physical symptoms.
Keywords :
Mental Health, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Military Conflict, Internally Displaced People, Suicidal Thoughts, Physical Symptoms.
PTSD is a psychiatric disorder that may
develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic
event or circumstance. This study aimed to assess the
epidemiology of PTSD among Internally Displaced
People (IDPs) residing in the city of Port Sudan and the
most suitable psychological intervention/s needed to
address their PTSD. A mixed-method approach was
employed using a combination of open-ended and close-
ended questions via a self-filled questionnaire distributed
throughout various areas inthe city of Port-Sudan where
IDPs reside. Out of 498 respondents, 109 exhibited
potential symptoms of PTSD and required urgent
psychological assistance whereas 276 of the respondents
showed borderline tendencies of PTSD. 334 of the
respondents expressed their need for psychosocial
interventions such as programmes that support the
social and emotional skills. The study found a high
prevalence of PTSD among IDPs, with some
experiencing unexplained physical symptoms.
Keywords :
Mental Health, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Military Conflict, Internally Displaced People, Suicidal Thoughts, Physical Symptoms.
