| dc.description.abstract | Asylum seekers and refugees (ASR) represent a growing global population due to various factors including armed conflicts, political instability, and persecution. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees reports that there are currently over 50.3 million ASR worldwide, the highest number ever recorded. Canada, known for its robust refugee resettlement programs, welcomed over 30,087 ASR in 2019. Despite Canada's efforts to provide support, ASR often face substantial challenges in their new environment, particularly regarding housing and health. While housing is a recognized determinant of health, research specifically exploring the intersection of housing conditions and health outcomes among ASR is limited. Understanding how different housing situations, such as living in social housing or shelters, impact the health and well-being of ASR is essential for developing effective policies and interventions.
Objectives:
This study aims to fill this research gap by examining the association between housing and the quality of life (physical and mental health) of ASR in Canada, with the goal of informing evidence-based practices and improving support systems for this vulnerable population.
Methods:
A cross-sectional study design was employed, using the World Health Organization's Quality of Life - BREF (WHOQOL-BREF) survey to assess health outcomes. The study population consisted of ASR individuals residing in social housing or shelters across Canada. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize sample characteristics, and multiple linear regression models were applied to examine the association between housing and the quality of life of ASR. [...] | en_US |
