Lenferink LIM, Liddell BJ, Byrow Y, et al. - Researchers sought to assess longitudinal posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression symptom profiles in resettled refugees as this could aid in attaining information concerning risk factors underlying worsening of symptoms post resettlement.

• A total of 613 refugees who had resettled in Australia were assessed for up to 2 years previously (W1) and at 6 months follow-up (W2) for self-rated PTSD (Posttraumatic Diagnostic Scale) and depression (Patient Health Questionnaire–9) symptoms.

• Using Latent transition analysis, researchers identified four classes that were consistent across time points: a No symptoms (W1 61%; W2 68%), Low PTSD/Moderate depression (W1 16%; W2 10%), Moderate PTSD/depression (W1 16%; W2 14%), and High symptoms class (W1 7%; W2 7%).

• PTSD or depression symptoms do not develop in most participants.

• There appeared a higher risk of developing these symptoms when problems with interpersonal post-migration living difficulties (PMLDs) increased, highlighting the necessity for considering these stressors when addressing the mental health needs in this population.