In Gaza, we cannot even begin to recover from trauma
Summary
The people of Gaza have faced three years of ongoing violence, with more than 74,000 killed and many others suffering from lack of medical care. A recent United Nations report shows a severe mental health crisis, with many children and adults experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and anxiety.Key Facts
- Over 74,000 people have died in Gaza over the past three years of conflict.
- More than 1,400 people died despite a ceasefire starting in October last year.
- Many people have died due to lack of healthcare during the conflict.
- Over one million children in Gaza need help for trauma-related mental health problems.
- 96% of Gaza’s children feel that death is near, according to the UN Population Fund.
- About 61% of young people suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
- Around 38% of adolescents and young adults have depression, and 41% suffer from anxiety.
- Studies show up to 88% of adults in Gaza have PTSD, with earlier wars already causing widespread trauma.
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