How stress and sleep affect Bhutanese-Nepali refugees
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study explores how discrimination-related stress affects sleep quality among Bhutanese-Nepali refugees living in Ohio, and what coping strategies help. Researchers will interview refugees and community leaders to better understand these experiences and improve support.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You live in Ohio, USA
- You identify as Bhutanese-Nepali or Bhutanese American AND identify as a refugee (for focus group) OR you are a community leader/expert familiar with Bhutanese refugees in Ohio (for key informant interview)
- You can speak and understand English and/or Nepali (for focus group) OR English (for interviews with leaders)
- You are willing to participate in either a group discussion or one-on-one virtual interview
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