In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, years of armed conflict in the eastern regions have left deep psychological scars on civilians.
Mental health organizations report increasing cases of post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and anxiety among displaced families.
Humanitarian workers say many survivors of violence struggle silently with trauma long after conflicts subside.
“People often rebuild their homes after attacks, but their emotional wounds remain untreated,” said a field officer working with a humanitarian organization in Goma.
Access to professional mental health care remains limited, especially in rural areas. Experts argue that integrating psychological support into humanitarian aid programs could help communities rebuild both physically and emotional
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