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ReviewJournal of migration and health2025

Psychosocial support for Arabic-speaking refugees residing in Switzerland (Sui app): A mixed-methods randomised controlled trial.

Rilana T Stoeckli, Viktoria Zoellner, Farhad Haji, Monia Aebersold, Sebastian Burchert, Jessica Wabiszczewicz, Christine Knaevelsrud, Eva Heim, Thomas Berger

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Rilana T StoeckliDepartment of Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Institute of Psychology, University of Bern, Fabrikstrasse 8 3014 Bern, Switzerland.
Viktoria ZoellnerSwiss Red Cross, Bern, Switzerland.
Farhad HajiSwiss Red Cross, Bern, Switzerland.
Monia AebersoldSwiss Red Cross, Bern, Switzerland.
Sebastian BurchertDepartment of Clinical Psychological Intervention, Freie Universität Berlin, Habelschwerdter Allee 45 14195 Berlin, Germany.
Jessica WabiszczewiczDepartment of Clinical Psychological Intervention, Freie Universität Berlin, Habelschwerdter Allee 45 14195 Berlin, Germany.
Christine KnaevelsrudDepartment of Clinical Psychological Intervention, Freie Universität Berlin, Habelschwerdter Allee 45 14195 Berlin, Germany.
Eva HeimInstitute of Psychology, University of Lausanne Geopolis, Quartier Mouline 1015 Lausanne, Switzerland.
Thomas BergerDepartment of Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Institute of Psychology, University of Bern, Fabrikstrasse 8 3014 Bern, Switzerland.

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Abstract

Introduction: Refugees' quality of life (QOL) is significantly impacted by the challenging post-migration context. Digital mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) services offer scalable, culturally adaptable solutions. This study evaluates the Sui app, co-developed with Arabic-speaking refugees in Switzerland to address barriers to mental healthcare and promote psychosocial well-being. Methods: A mixed-methods randomised controlled trial assessed the app's impact on QOL and mental health outcomes among Arabic-speaking refugees. Participants were randomised (2:2:1) into app-only (Sui, Results: Intention-to-treat analyses ( Conclusions: The Sui app was well-accepted and its context-sensitive design offers promise for digital MHPSS services for refugees. However, lack of significant outcome improvements and limited engagement underscore the need for technical refinements, stronger onboarding, and more visible peer support.

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ArabicCultural adaptationDigital MHPSSPsychosocialQuality of lifeRefugees

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