Trafficking Women for Sexual Exploitation: A Systematic Review

Gomes, Sofia; Sani, Ana Isabel

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“…The demanding nature of medical education, coupled with the stressors inherent in clinical training, exacerbates susceptibility to mental health disorders [19]. To further contextualize these findings, it is imperative to explore the specific types of mental health disorders prevalent among medical students [19,27,28]. Research indicates a spectrum of conditions, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, burnout, and substance abuse [8][9][10].…”

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“…It looked at the articles' robustness by assessing consistency, title clarity, abstract synthesis, state of the art, objectives, and method analysis for further research [26]. The checklist was modified to include 13 topics ((1) title; The authors adopted a Likert scale of 0 (not reported/not specified), 1 (unclear/reported to some extent), and 2 (adequately reported) [27]. A score of 0 denotes that there is no information in the study about the subject at hand, whilst a score of 1 indicates that the researchers discussed the problem in passing without going into great detail.…”

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“…The following supporting information can be downloaded at: https:// www.mdpi.com/article/10.3390/ijerph21050593/s1, Table S1: Quality Appraisal of the studies (tool adopted from Gomes et al, 2023) [27].…”

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The mental health of medical students is a growing concern worldwide, with studies indicating high levels of stress, anxiety, and depression among this population. In a South African context, this review aims to review the existing literature on mental health needs and challenges among medical students in South Africa. The rationale for this review is crucial to identify gaps, understand unique contextual factors, and inform the development of targeted interventions and support tailored to the specific needs of South African medical students. This review followed a scoping review framework by Arksey and O’Malley which consists of five stages. The review was initiated in December 2023. The search process was conducted on the following electronic databases: PubMed, Psych-info, Scopus, Google Scholar, and Science Direct. The search terms of this review were “Medical students” OR “Mental health”, OR “Challenges”, OR “South Africa”, OR “Universities” OR “Needs”, OR “Support systems”, OR “Mental health interventions”. This study included articles published in English between 2010 and 2023. After a thorough review of the literature, only eight articles met the inclusion criteria. This study excluded articles that were not published in English, articles published before 2010, full-text articles that could not be retrieved, and studies that did not address the mental health needs and challenges faced by medical students and risk factors contributing to mental issues among South African medical students. The review yielded only three themes utilizing Creswell’s Tesch method of data analysis. (1) Prevalence of mental health disorders, (2) risk factors contributing to poor mental health, and (3) available university support systems and interventions. Therefore, the unique aspect of our review lies in shedding light on the underexplored intersections between mental health and the unique context of medical education in South Africa. This includes examining the impact of historical, cultural, and institutional factors on the mental health and well-being of medical students, which has not been comprehensively addressed in previous literature in terms of the South African context. The findings of this review highlight the importance of implementing comprehensive mental health support programs within medical education institutions to address the needs of students and promote their well-being.

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Reviewing the Perspectives on the Relationship between Religious Beliefs and Sex Work: A Qualitative Systematic Review

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The intersection of religious beliefs and sex work has long been a subject of debate, with varying perspectives on the moral, social, and legal implications. This qualitative systematic review aimed to review the nuanced relationship between religious beliefs and sex work by synthesizing the existing literature and providing insights into the diverse perspectives and experiences. The rationale for this research is to understand how religious beliefs influence societal attitudes, policies, and the experiences of sex workers in order to inform more effective and culturally sensitive interventions and support mechanisms. This review focused on articles pertaining to female-identified sex workers, as the gendered discussion happens heavily in religious interpretations and in current anti-trafficking legislation, which now genders men as customers and not as sex workers. Five stages of systematic review were followed in this review. The following peer-reviewed electronic databases from 2000 to 2023 were utilized: Google Scholar, Scopus database, Science Direct, and PubMed. The search strategy focused on identifying studies that investigated the impact of religious beliefs on various aspects of sex work, including attitudes towards sex work within religious communities and the influence of religious teachings on the behavior and practices of sex workers. Inclusion criteria were defined based on population, exposure, study design, and outcomes, while exclusion criteria were established to ensure the relevance and rigor of the included studies. Only 25 relevant studies resulted from this research. Four themes emerged from this study: (1) religious attitudes towards sex work; (2) experiences of sex workers, including stigmatization and marginalization within religious contexts; (3) social control; and (4) empowerment and advocacy. The relationship between religious beliefs and sex work is complex and multifaceted, influenced by cultural, social, and historical factors. Recognizing and understanding these perspectives is essential for developing more inclusive and effective interventions and policies that address the needs and rights of sex workers within the context of their religious beliefs and communities.

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Trafficking Women for Sexual Exploitation: A Systematic Review

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A Scoping Review of Mental Health Needs and Challenges among Medical Students within South African Universities

A Scoping Review of Mental Health Needs and Challenges among Medical Students within South African Universities

Reviewing the Perspectives on the Relationship between Religious Beliefs and Sex Work: A Qualitative Systematic Review

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