Living circumstances, access to education and mental wellness are what North Korean defectors struggle the most with after reaching South Korea, according to a new government survey.
The Ministry of Unification surveyed more than 1,500 defectors from Nov. 26 to Dec. 27 last year to better tailor support policies for the community. A multiple-option question on resettlement difficulties included family issues, education, addictions, mental health and COVID-related unemployment.
Living circumstances, access to education and mental wellness are what North Korean defectors struggle the most with after reaching South Korea, according to a new government survey.
The Ministry of Unification surveyed more than 1,500 defectors from Nov. 26 to Dec. 27 last year to better tailor support policies for the community. A multiple-option question on resettlement difficulties included family issues, education, addictions, mental health and COVID-related unemployment.
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