Mental Health Needs Rise Among Conflict Survivors in Eastern DR Congo
Healthcare providers in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo are warning of a growing mental-health emergency as communities continue to face the effects of prolonged armed conflict.
Survivors of violence—including women who experienced sexual assault and former child soldiers—are increasingly seeking psychological support from local clinics and humanitarian organizations.
Mental-health specialists say trauma-related disorders such as depression, post-traumatic stress, and anxiety are becoming more common in affected communities.
Aid agencies are expanding trauma-healing programs in the region, but experts say the number of trained mental-health professionals remains far below what is needed to support millions of people affected by years of conflict.
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