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ArticleActa medica academica2024

Resilience in the Face of War: a Collaborative Autoethnography of a Ukrainian Refugee Student's Journey through Europe Striving to Find Oneself.

Mariia Shmatkova, Darko Hren, Livia Puljak

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Mariia ShmatkovaDepartment of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in Split, University of Split, Split, Croatia. ORCID: 0009-0001-8444-8819.
Darko HrenDepartment of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in Split, University of Split, Split, Croatia. ORCID: 0000-0001-6465-6568.
Livia PuljakCentre for Evidence-Based Medicine and Health Care, Catholic University of Croatia, Zagreb, Croatia. livia.puljak@unicath.hr; livia.puljak@gmail.com. ORCID: 0000-0002-8467-6061.

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Abstract

objectiveThis study presents the personal experience of a 19-year-old student who fled the war in Ukraine, journeyed across multiple countries, and ultimately enrolled in a university psychology program in Croatia.

methodsA collaborative autoethnographic approach was employed to explore the student's experience as a war refugee, traversing Europe, and beginning university life in a foreign country. Data were collected through the student's reflective writing. A thematic analysis was conducted to identify key emotional and experiential themes.

resultsThe narrative provides a comprehensive account of the student's emotional and physical journey, beginning with the onset of war in Ukraine and progressing through her travels in Romania, Bulgaria, the United Kingdom, and Ireland, before settling in Croatia. Thematic analysis revealed a complex interaction of emotions, family dynamics, community support, and the challenges of adapting to a new environment. Despite numerous obstacles, the student and her family remained hopeful and proactive in seeking a better future. The narrative also underscores the therapeutic impact of sharing personal stories.

conclusionsThe findings highlight storytelling as a powerful medium for personal healing. Moreover, the study emphasizes the collective importance of individual narratives in fostering empathy, understanding, and connection across diverse communities. The narrative underscores the resilience of individuals and the crucial role of compassion and support in times of crisis. This resilience is not just about surviving but finding ways to thrive and contribute meaningfully despite the uncertainties and disruptions caused by the war.

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RefugeesResilience, PsychologicalStudentsWarfareAdaptation, PsychologicalCroatiaFemaleHumansNarrationUkraineYoung AdultEmotional AdjustmentMigrationNarrative TherapyPsychological AdaptationTrauma Healing

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