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Mental Health Burden And Attitudes And Intention To Seek Mental Health Services In Saudi Women Living In The United States, Wjdan A. Almutairi
Mental Health Burden And Attitudes And Intention To Seek Mental Health Services In Saudi Women Living In The United States, Wjdan A. Almutairi
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Background: The number of Saudi nationals immigrating to the U.S. continues to increase. Saudi women immigrants may be at increased risk for mental health disorders, including depression and anxiety, due to immigration-related stressors such as language difficulties, family separation, and cultural adjustment. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to measure anxiety and depression levels in Saudi women living in the U.S. and to assess factors affecting their intention to seek mental health services in the U.S. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional design was employed, using online self-reported surveys. The study included a convenience sample of 160 Saudi women living in …