RC blog: ‘It will take years to help people deal with the invisible consequences of war’
People living in a war zone don’t only have to deal with immediate threats such as bullets and explosions. They also face a barrage of invisible hazards that can leave a lasting impact on their physical and mental health.
These can include exposure to toxic chemicals and radiation, the destruction of essential infrastructure such as water and sanitation systems, and the loss of access to healthcare and education.
In a blog for the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, IFRC’s Director of Health in Crises, Emanuele Capobianco, said: ‘The consequences of war are not just physical injuries. The psychological impact can be just as devastating and can last a lifetime.’
He said that the psychological effects of war can include anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other mental health conditions. These can make it difficult for people to cope with everyday life and can lead to problems with relationships, work, and sleep.
Capobianco said that the long-term effects of war can also be felt by future generations. ‘Children who have been exposed to violence are more likely to experience mental health problems and develop risky behaviors, such as substance abuse and violence,’ he said.
He said that the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is working to help people deal with the invisible consequences of war. This includes providing mental health and psychosocial support, as well as helping to restore access to essential services like water and sanitation.
Capobianco said that it will take years to help people deal with the invisible consequences of war. ‘But,’ he said, ‘we are committed to staying with affected communities for the long term and helping them to rebuild their lives.’
Here are some specific examples of the invisible consequences of war:
- Exposure to toxic chemicals and radiation: War can release harmful chemicals and radiation into the environment, which can cause a range of health problems, including cancer, birth defects, and developmental disorders.
- Destruction of essential infrastructure: War can destroy essential infrastructure, such as water and sanitation systems, which can lead to outbreaks of disease and other health problems.
- Loss of access to healthcare and education: War can make it difficult or impossible for people to access healthcare and education, which can have a lasting impact on their health and well-being.
- Psychological trauma: War can cause psychological trauma, which can lead to a range of mental health problems, such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
The invisible consequences of war can have a devastating impact on people’s lives. It is important to be aware of these consequences and to provide support to people who have been affected by war.
RC blog: ‘It will take years to help people deal with the invisible consequences of war’
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