Project

Suicidal behaviour, coping strategies and resilience among refugees in humanitarian settings in Northern Uganda

Code
01W05123
Duration
01 October 2023 → 30 September 2028
Funding
Regional and community funding: Special Research Fund
Research disciplines
  • Social sciences
    • Health psychology
    • Family support
    • Clinical social work practice
Keywords
Suicide Refugee Bereavement Recovery Family Resilience Prevention
 
Project description

The study seeks to examine the experiences of bereavement and recovery among family members and relatives of individuals with a history of suicidal behaviour in refugee settlements. The study will document risk and protective factors for suicide, coping strategies and resilience among survivors and (bereaved) family members, with the aim to improve suicide prevention and management in humanitarian settings.