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A Whole-child, whole-family approach to health assessments for asylum-seeking children

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In 2020, 21% of people who sought asylum in the UK were children. This population has complex interconnecting health and social needs. Assessment requires a holistic approach, with consideration of… Click to show full abstract

In 2020, 21% of people who sought asylum in the UK were children. This population has complex interconnecting health and social needs. Assessment requires a holistic approach, with consideration of physical and mental health in addition to social and developmental well-being, within the whole family group. A trauma-informed life-cycle and intergenerational care approach is important. This article, aimed at all health professionals who may work with asylum-seeking families, outlines the best practice principles for undertaking health assessments in migrant children and young people.

Keywords: whole family; health; asylum seeking; health assessments; approach

Journal Title: BMJ Paediatrics Open
Year Published: 2022

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