Investigating mental health challenges faced by displaced Syrians in Jordan
Official title: Social determinants, trauma, and mental distress among forcibly displaced populations in low- and middle-income countries
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-10900217 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how things like social support, past trauma, and mental health challenges impact adult Syrians living in Jordan who have been forced to leave their homes, with the goal of finding better ways to support their mental well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $48,974 |
| NIH project number | 1F31MH136678-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10900217 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adult displaced Syrians living in Jordan who are experiencing mental distress due to trauma and adverse social conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not displaced or those living outside of low-resource settings may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how social factors, trauma, and mental distress affect forcibly displaced populations, specifically adult Syrians living in Jordan. The project aims to identify the social determinants that contribute to mental health issues in these communities, utilizing advanced statistical methods to analyze data. By engaging in mentorship and training, the researcher will develop skills to inform effective mental health interventions and policies for vulnerable populations. The findings could help shape programs that address the unique challenges faced by displaced individuals.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health interventions and policies for displaced populations, enhancing their overall well-being.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in addressing mental health issues in similar displaced populations, indicating the potential effectiveness of this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Yan, Lauren Nicole — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Yan, Lauren Nicole
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.