Psychosocial support as a refuge in conflict zones #SymbolsOfSurvival #Day9 #PsychosocialSupport #SELinCrisis #BirthdayMission

Without addressing unhealed pain, peace remains fragile.
Psychosocial support creates space for people to speak, listen, reconnect, and rebuild trust.

#Peacebuilding
#PsychosocialSupport
#CommunityBasedSociotherapy
#Healing
#Trust
#CommunityStrength

📢 SAVE THE DATE! Join INEE and NRC for The Power of Story in #PsychosocialSupport: The Journey of Miskit from Page to Voice

📆 14 January, 2026 at 11:30am UTC
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INEE has compiled a list of resources to support the provision of #education and the #PsychosocialSupport and #wellbeing of learners, teachers, and those who have been affected by the floods in #SouthAsia and #SouthEastAsia.

Find out more at ➡️https://ow.ly/5yS850XFRH8

Passionate about the human side of cancer care? Join IPOS and help make psychosocial care a standard part of cancer care. #CancerCare #PsychosocialSupport #IPOS

For #NSCLC patients, socio-demographics better predict distress levels than metastatic status—challenging common assumptions in psych-oncology.

#ASCOQLTY25 #LungCancer #PsychosocialSupport
www.CancerSupportCommunity.org

Poster:
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National Kidney Foundation - Authorization required

Emotional resilience is just as vital as medical treatment.
CNSW empowers renal social workers to guide patients through the challenges of CKD.
Supporting the whole person—every step of the way.
#PsychosocialSupport #CNSW #NKF

A Digital Psychosocial Service (Sui App) for Arabic-Speaking Refugees in Switzerland: Development and Cultural-Contextual Adaptation Using a User-Centered and Participatory Approach Background: Upon arriving in host countries, forcibly displaced people face psychological, cultural, as well as sociostructural challenges. Access to mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) remains limited, affecting both refugees and host country structures. Digital services offer promise in addressing these challenges, given their potential for scalability and accessibility. Despite the increasing use of digital MHPSS, cultural and contextual adaptation remains insufficiently documented, requiring systematic documentation. Objective: This study aims (1) to assess the psychosocial needs of newly arrived refugees in Switzerland and identify potential digital support solutions and (2) to participatorily develop and culturally adapt the Sui app to address those needs for Arabic-speaking refugees. Methods: We used a 2-phase adaptation process, structured using the RECAPT (Reporting Cultural Adaptation in Psychological Trials) framework to ensure systematic documentation. The preparation phase (2019-2021) included a desk review, needs assessment interviews, and conceptualization discussions. The development phase (2021-2022) included iterative development loops with a user advisory board (UAB) and a beta test, followed by final adjustments. Results: The desk review provided 5 key insights guiding development: mental health stigma, health literacy, sociostructural aspects, adherence to digital interventions, and task-shifting approaches. Findings from the needs assessment with 22 asylum care interviewees, 2 intercultural interpreters, and 4 target group interviewees confirmed the importance of integrating sociostructural and psychological factors. Through conceptualization discussions with a consultancy agency and 4 UAB (n=9) meetings, the scope of the Sui app was drafted: 9 relevant, everyday life topics (eg, asylum process, housing, and work), 5 psychological topics (eg, stress, sleep, and emotion regulation), and 1 peer-guided chat support feature. A multilevel translation process, involving 5 Arabic speakers from different countries, ensured linguistic accessibility. This allowed the UAB to focus on surface, content, and delivery during 19 development loops. The app’s content was delivered in various formats, including text, illustrations, video testimonies, and audio exercises. The beta test revealed high acceptability, with most users engaging with the app several times a week. However, technical challenges such as slow loading times hindered the full exploration of the features. Participants valued the peer support function, highlighting the importance of faster response times and personalized messages. Based on the beta test, technical and content refinements were made to prepare the app for a future quantitative evaluation. Conclusions: Through engagement with stakeholders and adherence to the RECAPT framework, we carefully considered the cultural and contextual circumstances of Arabic-speaking refugees newly arrived in Switzerland. The iterative participatory development process, spanning a preparation and development phase, ensured #usability, accessibility, and relevance, while highlighting challenges in technical implementation and peer support. This study contributes to the existing knowledge of mental health and the needs of refugees and provides insights for future cultural adaptation of MHPSS interventions.

JMIR Formative Res: A Digital Psychosocial Service (Sui App) for Arabic-Speaking Refugees in Switzerland: Development and Cultural-Contextual Adaptation Using a User-Centered and Participatory Approach #RefugeeSupport #MentalHealth #DigitalServices #PsychosocialSupport #CulturalAdaptation

Have you ever wondered "What is going on in the Cuthbert Lab?" 🤔 Here's part of what we've been up to!

Ricky was a PURE (Program for Undergraduate Research Experience) summer student, working on a scoping review. Read more and stay tuned!

#supportivecare #psychosocialsupport #cuthbertlab

NNN to attend Mariental memorial service Allexer Namundjembo President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will attend a mass memorial service in Mariental today to honour the 16 people who died in a head-on collision near the town on Saturday, the presidency said on Tuesday. The service will be held at the Mariental sports field.  The ministry of home affairs, immigration, safety and security said that the event will start at 11h00, with activities beginning at 10h00.  Minister Lucia Iipumbu said wellness officers and investigators have been sent to Mariental to provide psycho-social support to survivors, families, and colleagues affected by the crash. The car crash that happened in the early hours of Saturday claimed the lives of 14 uniformed officers and two civilians.  It involved a Namibian Correctional Service (NSC) van en route to the Hardap Correctional Facility and a Namibian Police Force vehicle transporting civilians to the Mariental State Hospital. “This is a deep wound, not only to the ministry but to the nation,” Iipumbu said.  The deceased officers are David Musambani, Naemi Shipena, Silvanus Hofeni, Simon Sinyemba, Alina Simeon, Petrus Mbuale, Adreheid Taapopi, Noa Hameho, Tomas Shikongo, Johannes Mbeeli, Jason Amadhila, Katjitombua Muheue, Mercia Louw, and Gerson Hepute. The two civilians are Diana Jagger and her sister Roseltha Higoam.  Iipumbu urged the public to stop sharing graphic images of the accident on social media, saying such actions “cause additional pain to the grieving families and dishonour the memory of the deceased.”  She added, “As we prepare to gather at Mariental to honour our fallen heroes, let us stand united in compassion, solidarity, and prayer.” Nandi-Ndaitwah over the weekend extended condolences to the families, saying the deaths left a void that will not be easily filled.  “These officers, together with the civilians, were part of our Namibian family. Their dedication and service to the country, she added, will “forever be remembered with respect and gratitude.” Affirmative Repositioning Movement leader Job Shipululo Amupanda also expressed sorrow and called on authorities to implement urgent measures to prevent similar incidents.  He urged both the police and the correctional services to assist the families in providing a dignified send-off for the deceased.

#MarientalMemorial #Namibia #RoadSafety #TrafficAccident #PsychoSocialSupport

Presenting our #VBF Expert of the Week!

Leslie Graff, M.S., C.C.L.S.

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#ExpertOfTheWeek #PsychosocialSupport

Do you have a child with a #VBARS? Are they starting school for the first time or experiencing issues coping with remarks?

Check out these Back To School Tips from #VBF Expert Leslie Graff, M.S., C.C.L.S., Psychosocial and Developmental Expert.

#BackToSchoolTips #PsychosocialSupport

Why Asking For Help Makes You Stronger! youtu.be/hJd8Wjsmpsk?... #ChronicPainManagement #PatientEmpowerment #CRPS #HealthcareSupport #PainScience #InterdisciplinaryCare #ClinicalPractice #MedicalEducation #PatientAdvocacy #HealthLeadership #PainResearch #PsychosocialSupport

Text graphic reads: Humanity & Inclusion’s local partner, Al-Jaleel Rehabilitation Center, located in the Jenin refugee camp, is to be demolished by Israeli authorities. This appalling decision will deprive people with disabilities and injuries of essential health services.

Our partner, Al-Jaleel Rehabilitation Center, is facing imminent demolition by Israeli authorities.

Thousands rely on it for #Prosthetics, #PhysicalTherapy & #PsychosocialSupport. Destroying it is a direct attack on people with disabilities and a grave breach of International Humanitarian Law.

Peer Volunteers’ Journeys Through Training and Engagement in Older Adult Communities: Descriptive Qualitative Study Background: The rising prevalence of mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety among the ageing population underscores the need for accessible and effective psychosocial support, particularly for community-dwelling older adults who face barriers like social stigma and limited mental health literacy. Peer volunteers have emerged as a promising resource to support these individuals, yet often lack the requisite training for effective intervention. Objective: To explore the experiences of peer volunteers who participated in a Psychological First Aid (PFA) training programme. Methods: Using a descriptive qualitative research design, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 13 older adults between September and October 2024, and data were thematically analyzed. Results: Three themes were identified: (1) Dimensions of volunteerism from motivations to resistance, (2) Empowerment through collaboration learning and (3) Recommendations for designing inclusive, holistic training programmes. Conclusions: The findings of this study showed positive outcomes such as personal growth and strengthened social connections among participants. However, enhancements in teaching methods, logistical arrangements, and session regularity are recommended to optimize the PFA programme. These insights can guide the development of more robust training models to support both peer volunteers and the older adult communities they serve.

New in JMIR Aging: Peer Volunteers’ Journeys Through Training and Engagement in Older Adult Communities: Descriptive Qualitative Study #MentalHealth #OlderAdults #PeerSupport #Volunteerism #PsychosocialSupport

Extremely strong documentary about Swedish soldiers in #DRCongo in the 60ies, their suffering and the lack of #psychosocialsupport from the government when soldiers returned home with #PTSD

Humanitarian aid efforts ramp up in Gaza as ceasefire opens new opportunities Humanitarian aid efforts intensify in Gaza as ceasefire opens opportunities for essential support.

Humanitarian efforts in Gaza are shifting gears, focusing not just on supplies, but on restoring lives and communities after the recent ceasefire.

Click to read more!

#US #PsychosocialSupport #CitizenPortal #CommunityRecovery #HumanitarianAid #GazaHumanitarian

5/ We mapped the #psychosocialsupport intervention target populations, activities, mechanisms of action & intended outcomes onto an integrated framework for stigma reduction in infectious diseases to show possible pathways towards psychosocial wellbeing.
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Yesterday I was at the #RightToPlay #SportQuiz with Olympic athletes and Sport champions to raise funds for #PsychosocialSupport, #ChildProtection and #Education to girls and boys across the 🌍, especially those affected by conflict, displacement and climate change.
#MakeAChange
#SportForProtection

Do you think Miss Honey is a good teacher in the film #Matilda? Check out this new episode of #PopPedagogy and let us know in the comments!
#teachers #education #pedagogy #psychosocialsupport

Open Briefing launches new mental health, psycho-social s... On Time to Talk Day, Open Briefing is launching a range o...

Open Briefing launches new #mentalhealth, #psychosocialsupport and #staffwellbeing services on Time to Talk Day www.openbriefing.org/blog/mental-health-psych...