Unaccompanied migrant children in the United States: Predictors of placement stability in long term foster care

Crea, Thomas M.; López, Anayeli; Taylor, T. W.; Underwood, Dawnya

doi:10.1016/j.childyouth.2016.12.009

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“…However, the homes of many sponsors and/or guardians without criminal histories, still may not be appropriate placements for these youth. Therefore, when family members or sponsors are unavailable, URM are placed in foster care (Crea, Lopez, Taylor, & Underwood, 2017 ). Scholars (Crea et al, 2017 ; Pine & Drachman, 2005 ) note that URM enter the child welfare system for reasons pertaining to migration and resettlement such as migratory status and exposure to traumatic events during the pre-migration and in-journey phases.…”

Section: Migration As a Tripartite Processmentioning

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Trauma Without Borders: The Necessity for School-Based Interventions in Treating Unaccompanied Refugee Minors

Franco

2018

Child Adolesc Soc Work J

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This article explores migration trauma among Mexican and Central American unaccompanied refugee minors (URM) with the purpose of developing an understanding of migration as a tripartite process consisting of: pre-migration exposure to traumatic stressors, in-journey stressors, and post-migration stressors. The migration experience of these youth may be subjectively different depending on a wide range of factors. The complexities of migration are explored as a traumatic, tripartite process. These three salient components of migration may act as precursors, often resulting in psychological sequelae such as: post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depression. Of all migrant groups, URM are more likely to develop psychiatric symptoms. Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS), and Mental Health for Immigrants Program (MHIP) are among the most effective interventions in the treatment of PTSD, anxiety, and depression in refugee minors. Social workers in schools are in unique positions to provide mental health services to URM. A case example illustrating a cultural adaptation of TF-CBT in an urban public high school is included. Clinical implications of culturally responsive and trauma-informed treatment of URM in schools will be discussed. Additionally, this article will emphasize the importance of bridging the gap between research and culturally responsive, trauma-informed interventions for URM in schools.

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Section: Migration As a Tripartite Processmentioning

confidence: 99%

Trauma Without Borders: The Necessity for School-Based Interventions in Treating Unaccompanied Refugee Minors

Franco

2018

Child Adolesc Soc Work J

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“…Literature suggests that negative experiences of children prior to migration influence their behavior after arrival (Crea, Lopez, Taylor, & Underwood, 2017b). However, there is little systematic research that specifically discusses the needs, or the long-term outcomes of UAM who do not receive services tailored to their needs.…”

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“…However, there is little systematic research that specifically discusses the needs, or the long-term outcomes of UAM who do not receive services tailored to their needs. This lack of information is compounded by a lack of indicators and instruments for caseworkers to both assess mental health concerns and make appropriate referrals (Cardoso et al, in press;Crea et al, 2017b). The discussion below summarizes the limited research on these topics.…”

Section: Uam In the Usmentioning

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A Call to Action: Re-imagining Social Work Practice With Unaccompanied Minors

Evans

Diebold²,

Calvo

2018

ASW

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In the decade leading up to 2012, approximately 8,000 Unaccompanied Minors (UAM) arrived annually at the Southwestern border of the United States. Since then, the number of arrivals has drastically increased, surpassing 14,000 between October 1, 2017 and January 31, 2018 alone. The needs of UAM concerning mental health, education, social, and legal counseling often differ from the needs of other Latinx and immigrant populations. However, recent instability in the protections and services tailored to UAM are channeling these youth and their families into mainstream agencies. This article is a call to action for social workers who may now encounter UAM for the first time in their practice. Drawing from almost twelve years of practice experience working with UAM and their families, as family case managers, community liaisons, program managers, grant administrators, and training facilitators, we review needs, services, and promising practices for social work practice with UAM. Recommendations include providing education to parents and caregivers about UAM’s rights, U.S. laws and regulations, and service availability; building trust and rapport with families; creating welcoming schools; practicing cultural openness; hiring diverse staff; and fostering partnerships with local service providers.

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“…Early identification and early intervention are key components to improving health and social wellbeing. Rates of children entering the care system are increasing on a global level; demands on services are placing immense pressures on government funding, third sectors, front line services, families and more importantly, on the children themselves [66,67]. With data collection and diagnostic accuracy progressing at a considerable rate; this review will contribute to the exploration and prevalence of these neurodevelopmental disorders, that are often and sometimes very difficult to diagnose.…”

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A systematic review protocol to explore the prevalence and impacts of neurodevelopmental disorders in the care experienced by the looked after population

Heady

Watkins

John

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Background: A looked after child (LAC) is defined as a child or young adult, that has been placed in either a foster care, kinship, residential or adoption care setting. While embedded in the care of these services, these children still develop debilitating disorders that significantly impact their future overall wellbeing. Prevalence of these disorders are often depicted under broad, umbrella categories such as mental, behavioural or developmental disorders. What specific disorders fall under these broad categories is limited in research. This review aims to explore the prevalence and early impacts of neurodevelopmental disorders in the LAC and if feasible, compare prevalence with those children who are not looked after (NoN-LAC). Disorders such as dyslexia, bipolar and autism which are classified as neurodevelopmental or associated disorders in the expert field of genetics and neuropsychiatry will be explored. These disorders significantly impact on emotions, memory, ability to learn and socialize and are diagnosed solely based on behaviour. As a result; attaining a diagnosis can take years due to the associated complex behavioural symptomology.With an increasing rate of children entering the care system on a global level; it is an appropriate time to examine the prevalence and impact of these neurodevelopmental disorders in this already, vulnerable population.Methods: A literature search will be conducted using several multiple databases such as PubMed, PsychINFO and Web of Science Core Collection. Secondary literature, grey literature and government publications will also be searched systematically to further identify any eligible studies. Children involved in foster, residential, adopted or kinship care will be identified as a LAC. NoN-LAC will be children who are not placed in the looked after care setting. The age limit is 25 years as the review aims to explore the earlier impacts these disorders may have on the overall wellbeing of these children. Appropriate statistical techniques will be utilised and adapted throughout the review dependent on the research designs of the eligible studies. Discussion: This review could identify gaps in LAC research and potentially contribute to the understanding of the adverse life outcomes that many of these children are predicted to attain. Systematic review registration: PROSPERO Registration number: CRD4201913103

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Unaccompanied migrant children in the United States: Predictors of placement stability in long term foster care

Cited by 81 publications

References 25 publications

Trauma Without Borders: The Necessity for School-Based Interventions in Treating Unaccompanied Refugee Minors

Trauma Without Borders: The Necessity for School-Based Interventions in Treating Unaccompanied Refugee Minors

A Call to Action: Re-imagining Social Work Practice With Unaccompanied Minors

A systematic review protocol to explore the prevalence and impacts of neurodevelopmental disorders in the care experienced by the looked after population

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