Mental Health in Immigrants and Refugees — CMAJ 201

This evidence review by Kirmayer LJ et al. for the Canadian Collaboration for Immigrant and Refugee Health (CCIRH), published in CMAJ (2011), provides primary care clinicians with a comprehensive approach to mental health assessment, prevention, and treatment in immigrant and refugee populations. It summarises risk factors and clinical strategies for managing depression, anxiety, PTSD, and somatic presentations, emphasising culturally sensitive assessment and staged care.  This resource is essential for primary care practitioners seeking evidence-based, culturally informed approaches to addressing the mental health needs of newcomers in Canada.