Does Interpreter-Mediated PTSD treatment for refugees’ work? A comparison study in the Netherlands.

Abstract

This study compares the outcomes of u0lizing interpreters in the treatment of refugees with post-trauma0c stress disorder (PTSD). The researchers compared the outcomes of treatment for two groups: 38 refugee pa0ents receiving therapy with the assistance of interpreters and 38 refugee pa0ents without interpreters. The study found that there were no significant differences between the two groups in terms of PTSD symptoms and psychological distress at various 0me points throughout the treatment process. This suggests that the use of that incorpora0ng interpreters in the treatment of refugees with PTSD does not appear to impede therapeu0c progress or outcomes. The findings contribute to the growing body of literature suppor0ng the effec0veness of u0lizing interpreters in psychotherapy with diverse popula0ons. Further research is needed to explore the specific mechanisms through which interpreters contribute to successful therapeu0c outcomes and address any poten0al challenges that may arise in the process.