Affilia - Journal of Women and Social Work
Volume 16, Issue 4, 2001, Pages 467-487

Women of war: Emotional needs of ethnic Albanians in refugee camps (Article)

Drumm R.* , Pittman S. , Perry S.
  • a Social Work Program, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI 49104, United States
  • b [Affiliation not available]
  • c [Affiliation not available]

Abstract

This qualitative study identified the emotional needs of female Kosovar refugees in southern Albania in May 1999, about 1 month following their flight from Kosovo. Common themes that emerged from the interviews included dealing with trauma, anxiety, and boredom and maintaining the hope that they would return home. On the basis of the findings, along with feminist theories as guiding concepts, the authors offer recommendations for the prevention of further trauma and treatment options for women in refugee camps.

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https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-0039303782&doi=10.1177%2f08861090122094370&partnerID=40&md5=2fe5609d511b12df24d88dd888f54cf7
DOI: 10.1177/08861090122094370
ISSN: 08861099
Cited by: 7
Original Language: English