Mental Health of Nepalese Migrant Workers: A Call for Action in South Korea

Mental health problems among migrants is a serious issue around the globe. Nepalese migrant workers in South Korea are facing serious mental health problem that affects not only the people involved but also the society at large. Moreover, the COVID-19 pandemic has worsened the already dire mental h...

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Main Authors: Bibek Giri, Minani Gurung, Qorinah Estiningtyas Sakilah Adnani, Vijay Kumar Chattu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nepal Medical Association 2025-07-01
Series:Journal of Nepal Medical Association
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Online Access:https://www.jnma.com.np/jnma/index.php/jnma/article/view/9165
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Summary:Mental health problems among migrants is a serious issue around the globe. Nepalese migrant workers in South Korea are facing serious mental health problem that affects not only the people involved but also the society at large. Moreover, the COVID-19 pandemic has worsened the already dire mental health situation of Nepali workers. Global health diplomacy can be a key factor in addressing mental health by engaging actors from various domains to evaluate mental health in global health priorities. This article reviews the current state of mental health and discusses the recent development in mental health among Nepalese migrant workers in South Korea.
ISSN:0028-2715
1815-672X