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ArticleInternational health2026

'I struggle to feel normal': phenomenological analysis of experience with living in crises resettlement camps in Nigeria.

Promise Nmesomachi Timothy, Uchenna Frank Imo, Chimankpam Kingsley Ogbonna, Abuo James, Temidayo Akinreni, Mfonobong Akpandem, Miracle Nwadiche, Precious Azubuike

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Promise Nmesomachi TimothyDepartment of Human Anatomy, University of Uyo, Uyo, 1017, Nigeria.
Uchenna Frank ImoDepartment of Public Health, College of Medical Sciences, University of Calabar, Calabar, 1115, Nigeria.ORCID 0000-0003-4865-4989
Chimankpam Kingsley OgbonnaDepartment of Public Health, College of Medical Sciences, University of Calabar, Calabar, 1115, Nigeria.
Abuo JamesDepartment of Public Health, College of Medical Sciences, University of Calabar, Calabar, 1115, Nigeria.
Temidayo AkinreniHeidelberg Institute of Global Health, Ruprecht-Karls Universität Heidelberg, Heidelberg 69120, Germany.ORCID 0000-0002-6621-8200
Mfonobong AkpandemDepartment of Public Health, College of Medical Sciences, University of Calabar, Calabar, 1115, Nigeria.
Miracle NwadicheDepartment of Psychology, Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki 481101, Nigeria.
Precious AzubuikeDepartment of Public Health, College of Medical Sciences, University of Calabar, Calabar, 1115, Nigeria.ORCID 0000-0002-6161-1548

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backgroundNigeria has experienced several humanitarian crises and displacement over the years. The physical and psychological impact of these crises has been severe, with many experiencing trauma and stress-related disorders within internally displaced persons camps. To develop interventions that address the needs of settlers in camps, a comprehensive understanding of their experiences is essential.

methodsOur qualitative study employed phenomenological analysis to explore the lived experiences of victims of humanitarian crises within internally displaced persons camps. Purposive sampling was used to recruit participants for the focus group discussions, and we employed snowballing to recruit participants for the in-depth interviews.

resultsFour themes and 10 subthemes emerged from the analysis. Participants' experiences were laced with harsh physical living conditions, including deteriorated and leaking roofs in camps, inadequate water, sanitation and hygiene facilities and limited autonomy and self-sustenance. The inability to connect with relatives outside the camps fostered feelings of isolation, hopelessness and anxiety.

conclusionsOur study emphasizes the importance of establishing livable conditions for displaced persons living in camps and other resettlement settings, while fostering social connections with external communities. This connection may enhance their hopes for a normal life, build resilience and facilitate their social integration back into society.

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Refugee CampsRefugeesAdaptation, PsychologicalAdultFemaleFocus GroupsHumansInterviews as TopicMaleMiddle AgedNigeriaQualitative ResearchSanitationStress, PsychologicalYoung Adulthumanitarian crisesinternally displaced personspsychosocial supportqualitative researchtrauma

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