Implications for Health and Childrearing PracticesAmong Migrant Children
Published On: 03-03-2023
The view of Tim Dupell, millions of children around the world are currently on the move because of war, famine, or the effects of climate change. These kids have a right to be safe, loved, and provided with the resources they require to succeed Nonetheless, these kids encounter substantial difficulties during relocation, both at their new location and on their way back.
The effects of parental migration on their children have been the subject of an increasing number of research. Studies have shown that left-behind kid had a higher risk of major depression, suicidal thoughts, and severe anxiety compared to their non-migrant classmates They are less likely to be successful, have poorer self-esteem, and often feel isolated
Many migrant parents are also forced to abandon their children in order to support themselves economically There's a higher chance of abuse, financial instability, and family strife as a result Human resource quality of life is also negatively impacted by difficulties in coping and emotional adjustment Migrant children, who may be experiencing language difficulties, cultural shock, or parental separation, are disproportionately affected by these.
Hence, kids are frequently put in situations that are harmful to their health and well-being (HRQOL). It is especially true for migrant children who are often sleep deprived, malnourished, lack access to healthcare and are exposed to violence or trauma
Assessing a child's health-related quality of life (HRQOL) can be helpful for unearthing underlying health problems and unmet medical requirements that may have been missed during a more conventional clinical assessment Patients with low HRQOL, for instance, are more likely to experience chronic illness, pain and discomfort, depression, and other mental health issues.
We observed that children of migrants had lower HRQOL scores, which were linked to factors such as parental rejection, mother's overprotection, lack of emotional support, poor peer relationships, and ineffective use of social support Furthermore, there was a correlation between high levels of personal support and actively seeking out and making use of social support This suggests that the HRQOL of migrant children would improve if they received and made effective use of additional emotional support
This discovery is critical in enhancing the health-related quality of life for children of migrants. It can also be utilized to safeguard the health of migrant children and ensure their future well-being.