AMIR‑Intervention (AMIN)

Due to difficult experiences related to forced displacement, many individuals with a refugee background show higher levels of psychological symptoms compared to those without such experiences. Mental health problems often persist even after receiving asylum, but several factors can make it difficult to access help in the new country, for example, not knowing where to turn or understanding why one feels unwell.

This project aims to increase knowledge about mental health among individuals with refugee backgrounds. Using linguistically and culturally adapted materials, we will offer and evaluate a mental health course, AMIN, for people with refugee experience.

AMIN is delivered in different language groups (Arabic, Dari, Farsi, Swedish, or English) and consists of five online sessions with different themes: sleep difficulties, anxiety, low mood, and trauma symptoms. The fifth session focuses on summarising and planning to continue promoting mental well-being.

The course aims to raise awareness and improve well-being among participants, and we will evaluate outcomes on prevalent psychological symptoms. Recruitment for the project is expected to begin in the autumn of 2025.