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The silent trauma: U.S. immigration policies and mental health

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: In January 2025, President Trump issued an executive order suspending the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP), citing national security concerns.1 This policy shift, alongside stricter asylum policies and expanded immigration enforcement, has exacerbated fear, insecurity, and anxiety among migrant and refugee populations. The indefinite suspension of USRAP affects thousands of asylum seekers, including Afghan allies and families awaiting reunification, leaving many in precarious conditions with heightened mental health risks.

Source: The Lancet Regional Health - Americas

DOI: 10.1016/j.lana.2025.101048

Authors: Omid Dadras, Mohammad Sediq Hazratzai

Institutions: University of Turku, Public Health Institute

Language: English

Topic: Migration, Health and Trauma

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $4,930