War’s Hidden Mental Health Toll on Children with Disabilities
Human Rights Watch
Children with disabilities in conflict zones face significant mental health challenges, including heightened levels of insecurity, trauma, and anxiety, yet often lack access to essential mental health services. Human Rights Watch highlights the urgent need for inclusive mental health support tailored to the unique needs of these children. The report underscores that over a fifth of conflict-affected populations, including many children with disabilities, suffer from mental health issues that require urgent attention and resources.
All articles from 9 October 2026. Summaries are AI-generated and may contain errors; the linked article is the authority.