Skip to main content

Table 2 Mental health in refugees in Germany in %

From: Mental health of returnees: refugees in Germany prior to their state-sponsored repatriation

Mental disorder

Returnees (N = 47)

Stayers (N = 53)

At least one DSM-IV diagnosis

43.8

78.0

PTSD

31.0 (n = 42)

54.7

Depression

31.9

51.9

Manic Episode

-

1.9

Dysthymia

10.6

13.5

Suicidal Tendencies

27.7 (low)

43.2 (low to high)

Psychotic Disorder

8.5

(not explored)

Agoraphobia

8.5

9.6

Panic Disorder

6.4

9.6

Social Phobia

-

9.6

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

-

-

Eating Disorder

-

3.9

Substance abuse/dependence

2.1

1.9

General Anxiety Disorder

4.3

-

Undergoing psychological treatment

38.3

58.5