Yaoundé, Cameroon — Aid agencies are raising alarm over the growing psychological toll of conflict and displacement in Cameroon, where thousands of people have been forced from their homes in recent years.
Humanitarian workers say displaced families often suffer from anxiety, fear, and emotional distress as they struggle with insecurity, poverty, and uncertainty about the future.
Children are particularly affected, with many showing signs of trauma after witnessing violence or being separated from their communities.
Across Africa, access to mental health services remains extremely low, with many countries spending less than one dollar per person annually on mental health care. �
Relief agencies are now promoting psychosocial support programs in displacement camps, including counseling sessions, community support groups and safe spaces for children.
Experts say addressing the psychological effects of displacement will be critical to rebuilding resilient communities in Cameroon and across the region.
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