In this letter to the editor, we attempt to summarize some existing literature on the detention of migrant youths and families while providing readers with a context for this issue.… Click to show full abstract
In this letter to the editor, we attempt to summarize some existing literature on the detention of migrant youths and families while providing readers with a context for this issue. We discuss phases of trauma for migrant children prior to addressing current conditions, discuss existing research regarding the impact of detention on migrant families, and conclude with recommendations on how to improve safety and mental health conditions for migrant families in detention.
               
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