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Weeks, Mollie; Sullivan, Amanda L.; Simonson, Greg – Equity Assistance Center Region III, Midwest and Plains Equity Assistance Center, 2017
This brief provides an overview of global refugees, the frequent trauma many experience and the treatment some receive as a result. The psychological symptoms experienced by student refuges may include but, are not limited to: sadness, anxiety, fear, and reduced concentration. Over half of all refugees are school age youth and these youths may…
Descriptors: Refugees, Student Needs, Social Development, Emotional Development
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Sullivan, Amanda L.; Simonson, Gregory R. – Review of Educational Research, 2016
Refugees often experience significant psychological distress, but many do not receive necessary services. Among children and youth, most mental health services are provided by schools, so schools are an important service provider for young refugees. We conducted a systemic literature review to synthesize and evaluate the existing research on…
Descriptors: Refugees, Trauma, Social Influences, Emotional Response