Psychological Impact of Political Conflict: Prevalence and Severity of PTSD Among Children and Adolescents in the North and Middle West Bank Following the October 7, 2023, Events
Conclusions: These findings indicate a severe mental health crisis among conflict-exposed children in the West Bank. Immediate interventions are needed, including trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy delivered with substantial modifications for ongoing conflict settings and school-based menta...
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| Main Authors: | , , , , |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wiley
2025-01-01
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| Series: | Nursing Research and Practice |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/nrp/7304673 |
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| Summary: | Conclusions: These findings indicate a severe mental health crisis among conflict-exposed children in the West Bank. Immediate interventions are needed, including trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy delivered with substantial modifications for ongoing conflict settings and school-based mental health programs. Respite for children and parents may be an important first step to engaging children and families in therapy. Systemic barriers to mental health care need to be tackled if better outcomes are achieved in this vulnerable population. |
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| ISSN: | 2090-1437 |