Measurement of Middle Eastern and North African Trauma: The (MOMENT) Study

STUDY BASICS

Are you an immigrant or refugee from the Middle Eastern of North African (MENA) region who has fled or been displaced from your MENA home country due to safety, economic, religious or political reasons? You may be eligible for a research study to create a MENA-specific questionnaire to accurately measure chronic stress and trauma exposure. Compensation is provided.

STUDY PURPOSE

The purpose of this study is to create a MENA-specific questionnaire to accurately measure chronic stress and trauma exposure and understand immigrant and refugee experiences to enhance health outcomes in MENA populations.

COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOU?

• 18 years of age or older
• From the Middle Eastern or North African (MENA) region
• An immigrant or refugee who has fled or been displaced from their MENA home country due to safety, economic or political reasons

 

WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT

The study consists of one visit, which is typically 1-3 hours and takes place either virtually or in-person. Here, you will take part in an individual discussion about your refugee and immigrant-related experiences. You may be asked to participate in future focus groups (additional compensation of $50) to evaluate whether the questionnaire is inclusive of your experiences.