Responding to mental health vulnerability in Maltese detention centres: the use of psychological support groups as an intervention tool

Responding to mental health vulnerability in Maltese detention centres: the use of psychological support groups as an intervention tool

Abstract Maltese immigration law means that individuals seeking asylum in this country undergo a period of mandatory detention upon arrival lasting a maximum of 18 months. During their stay in detention centres, these individuals are exposed to an environment characterised by loss of liberty, prolon...

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Main Authors: Julian Caruana, Alexia Rossi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2019-02-01
Series:Journal of International Humanitarian Action
Subjects:
Detention
Asylum seekers
Mental health
Group intervention
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s41018-019-0050-2

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