RC blog: ‘It will take years to help people deal with the invisible consequences of war’
The head of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Ukraine, Florence Gillette, said on Saturday that the invisible consequences of war such as trauma, anxiety and depression will take years to heal.
“Even after the conflict ends, the suffering will continue,” she said. “It will take years for people to deal with the invisible consequences of war.”
Gillette said that the ICRC is working to provide psychological support to people in Ukraine, but that there is a need for more resources.
“We need to do more to address the mental health needs of people in Ukraine,” she said. “We need to provide them with the support they need to rebuild their lives.”
The ICRC is calling on governments to provide more funding for mental health services in Ukraine. The organization is also calling on the media to give more attention to the invisible consequences of war.
“Mental health is a critical issue in Ukraine,” said Gillette. “We need to do more to help people deal with the invisible consequences of war.”
Background
The war in Ukraine has had a devastating impact on the mental health of the country’s population. A survey by the ICRC found that more than 80% of people in Ukraine have experienced symptoms of trauma, anxiety, or depression.
The war has also led to an increase in substance abuse and suicide. The ICRC is working to provide psychological support to people in Ukraine, but there is a need for more resources.
The invisible consequences of war
The invisible consequences of war are the long-term psychological effects of the conflict. These effects can include:
- Trauma
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Substance abuse
- Suicide
The invisible consequences of war can have a devastating impact on people’s lives. They can make it difficult to work, study, or maintain relationships. They can also lead to physical health problems.
The need for more resources
The ICRC is calling on governments to provide more funding for mental health services in Ukraine. The organization is also calling on the media to give more attention to the invisible consequences of war.
What you can do to help
There are a number of things you can do to help people in Ukraine who are dealing with the invisible consequences of war:
- Donate to organizations that are providing mental health services in Ukraine.
- Volunteer your time to help people in Ukraine.
- Talk to your friends and family about the invisible consequences of war.
- Raise awareness of the issue on social media.
By taking action, you can help to make a difference in the lives of people in Ukraine who are struggling with the invisible consequences of war.
RC blog: ‘It will take years to help people deal with the invisible consequences of war’
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