Israeli Militarism, Local Conflicts Driving Palestinian Children Crazy

Flesh and Stone – War is hell on the brain: Doctors map psychological disorders in Gaza and the West Bank

“23.2 percent had post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), 17.3 percent had an anxiety disorder (other than PTSD or acute stress disorder), and 15.3 percent had depression.

PTSD was more frequently identified in children under age 15, while depression was the main symptom observed in adults. Among children under 15, factors significantly associated with PTSD included being witness to murder or physical abuse, receiving threats, and property destruction or loss. “

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