Relation between socio-economic status and mental health of returnee labor migrants from the golf countries in Nepal

Title : Relation between socio-economic status and mental health of returnee labor migrants from the golf countries in Nepal

Abstract:

This study aims to document the socio-economic and mental health status of migrants returning from Gulf countries, utilizing a quantitative research design to explore the relationship between mental health and socio-economic factors. Standardized tools are employed for measurement, with a focus on structured quantitative questions and mental health assessments, aligning with an exploratory design. Quantitative data analysis is conducted using correlation and Z-tests. Findings are tabulated and compared, with statistical tools applied to analyze the relationship between socio-economic status and mental health. Research indicates varying levels of mental health issues among returnee migrants, with 8.3% prevalence among Nepalese females and 23% among labor migrants to Malaysia, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. Factors such as perceived health risk and employment type contribute to stress levels. A paradoxical finding shows a positive correlation between perceived quality of life and depressive symptoms. Additionally, suicide rates among Nepalese migrants are notable. The study assesses depression, anxiety, and stress levels among returnees, with a majority experiencing mild depression and moderate anxiety. Stress levels vary based on education level and country of return, with higher education correlating with higher stress. Family support also influences mental health outcomes. Findings suggest a direct relationship between education level and stress, with higher education associated with higher stress levels. Returnees from Saudi Arabia exhibit higher stress levels, while family support correlates with lower stress. Overall, this study underscores the complex interplay between socio-economic factors and mental health outcomes among returnee migrants from Gulf countries.

Keywords: Returnee-Migrants, Labor, Anxiety, Socioeconomic status, Mental Health

Audience Take Away Notes:

• The session will provide a scenario of returnee migrants from golf countries in Nepal
• The audience will have a few case stories of Nepalese-educated people who are seeking foreign employment
• Researchers may use this data as a pilot survey for further investigation
• This finding has helped to implement the strategies to provide basic psychosocial support to returnees

Biography:

Nabin Prasad Joshi, founder and CEO of PICS NEPAL and lecturer at MCP, Tribhuvan University. Professionally, I'm a Counseling Psychologist; I hold a master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Tribhuvan University with a batch topper. It's been 6 years that I've been working as a mental health Counselor at PICS NEPAL. Despite being the founder and mental health counselor, I'm also a lecturer at Tribhuvan University. I teach the foundation of counseling psychology- CPSY 501 and Person-Centered Therapy- CPSY 509. Also, to complete my introduction, I need to talk about my research interests. I'm keenly interested in mental health research and publication. I love to explore knowledge, culture, and experiences. I have visited Japan, Australia, and India to share my research papers. I learned more about counseling skills and mental health scenarios in particular countries during the program I attended.