The devastating level of war atrocities and refugee camp experiences of many Southeast Asian Americans, especially among the _____, has resulted in post-traumatic stress symptoms that often go unnoticed by individuals within these same communities because they are so common.

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The Hmong and Cambodians were both heavily affected by the Vietnam War and the Khmer Rouge regime, respectively. Both groups experienced war atrocities and were forced to flee to refugee camps, resulting in high rates of post-traumatic stress symptoms. This trauma is often normalized within their communities, making it difficult for individuals to recognize and seek help for their symptoms.

The Devastating Level of War Atrocities and Refugee Camp Experiences