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Substance use among refugees with Ebtesam Saleh
Substance use among refugees with Ebtesam Saleh
Substance use among refugees with Ebtesam Saleh
Tuesday 4th October 2022
Ebtesam Saleh explores substance use among refugees, highlighting cultural differences, access barriers, and the need for sensitive research methods.
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Get the buttons here!Refugee Substance Use: Insights and Challenges with Ebtesam Saleh
Substance use is linguistically sensitive and when we translate some brochures or flyers into classic language, not everyone might understand it or will feel comfortable about it. So language here is very important to provide an effective awareness program this way.
Ever thought about how substance use affects refugees differently? In this eye-opening episode of 'Addiction Audio', Dr. Rob Calder chats with Ebtesam Saleh, a Doctoral student at Charite University in Berlin. Ebtesam shares her findings from a systematic review of qualitative research on substance use among refugees. She reveals why survey data alone can't capture the full picture and how qualitative research can offer a more nuanced, culturally sensitive understanding of the issues at hand.
Ebtesam dives into the varied cultural perspectives on substances like coca, betel quid, and prescription drugs, explaining how these views shape legislation and usage in different countries. The conversation also touches on the numerous barriers refugees face when seeking treatment, from stigma to structural hurdles like health insurance requirements. Ebtesam highlights the importance of minimizing re-traumatization during research interviews and calls for more linguistically sensitive awareness programs.
She also points out the gaps in existing literature, noting that many refugee groups' experiences are underrepresented. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of substance use, cultural sensitivity, and refugee issues.