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Addressing the psychological trauma in human trafficking victims: A brief review.

Year: 2022

Type: article

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: This systematic review of the literature aims to systematize the current knowledge on psychological treatments implemented with trafficked children and adults, specifically exploring their effect on the mental health recovery of victims. Integrating this information is an important step to informing practice, as well as examining gaps in the literature and enlightening future research. METHOD: A systematic search was conducted of five electronic databases for journal articles published until October 2019. This study followed the protocol based on Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (Moher et al., 2009) recommendations. RESULTS: The search yielded six articles for inclusion in the review. Evidence for the efficacy of interventions to increase the mental health recovery of victims is inconclusive as most studies presented a range of methodology limitations, which in turn are related to difficulties with causal inferences and low external validity. CONCLUSION: There is a need for further research in this area to increase informed practices and interventions with human trafficking victims. Implications for practice and research are discussed. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2023 APA, all rights reserved).

Source: Psychological Trauma Theory Research Practice and Policy

DOI: 10.1037/tra0001341

Authors: Ana Cunha, Gabriela Martinho, Mariana Gonçalves, Marlene Matos

Institution: University of Minho

Language: English

Topic: Sex work and related issues

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

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

Open Access status: green

Funder: European Social Fund