摘要：Conflict, political violence and war have been the cause of population havoc in the world. As a result of this disruption, people have had to migrate from their countries of origin to seek refuge as refugees. This chaotic situation has not only led to the escape and migration of the refugees to the neighboring countries, but also has affected their social and mental health resulting in depression, PTSD and anxiety. This study was guided by Refugee Theory. The study employed descriptive research design and study utilized both primary and secondary data. Data collection was done using questionnaires, interviews, Focus group discussions and Observations checklist. Data were analysed using the statistical Packages for Social Science (SPSS 22). Data were presented in tables, bar graphs and pie charts. The findings of the study demonstrate 87.9% of refugees in Dadaab camp had experienced conflict, political violence, war and loss of family members either in their home country or in the host country. Exposure to such traumatic experiences caused fear, nightmare, depression, anxiety and insomnia among refugees. The study concluded that, due to traumatic exposure, traumatic flashbacks among refugees were more common during the night.
关键词：Conflict;Political Violence;Forced Displacement;Post-Migratory Stress;PTSD;Depression;Anxiety;Poverty;Destroying Infrastructure;Driving Out Medical Professionals;Somatization and Long History of Trauma
