Support Groups in the Metaverse for Ukrainian Refugees

"Delivery method: Online, virtual platforms. Number of sessions: 5. Duration of each session: 1.5 hours. Sessions will adhere to evidence-based protocols for conducting support groups with a trauma-informed approach. Each session will cover a specific topic of interest related to the challenges faced by Ukrainian refugees (e.g., stress management, cultural adjustment, self-care, etc.).~Support group session structure:~* Introduction, check-in, ground rules;~* Introducing the topic (topics will be chosen based on the feedback received from a previous session; the first session will cover a topic chosen by the facilitator);~* Encouragement of participants to share thoughts, ideas and experiences;~* Psychoeducation on the topics;~* Summary, takeaway, feedback."

"Delivery method: In-Person, traditional. Number of sessions: 5. Duration of each session: 1.5 hours. Sessions will adhere to evidence-based protocols for conducting support groups with a trauma-informed approach. Each session will cover a specific topic of interest related to the challenges faced by Ukrainian refugees (e.g., stress management, cultural adjustment, self-care, etc.).~Support group session structure:~* Introduction, check-in, ground rules;~* Introducing the topic (topics will be chosen based on the feedback received from a previous session; the first session will cover a topic chosen by the facilitator);~* Encouragement of participants to share thoughts, ideas and experiences;~* Psychoeducation on the topics;~* Summary, takeaway, feedback."