SOMATIZATION DISORDERS IN MIDDLE EASTERN INDIAN EXPATRIATES: POST-COVID MENTAL HEALTH IMPACTS

Abstract

This paper investigates the prevalence and impact of somatization disorders among Indian expatriate laborers in the Middle East in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. It examines the interplay between somatization, post-COVID mental health challenges, and the unique socio-cultural and economic factors affecting this demographic. Utilizing both qualitative and quantitative data, this study aims to provide insights into the mental health needs of this population and propose targeted interventions.