Coup, armed conflict: impact on mental health
James having PTSD
Myanmar after the coup
Since February 2021,
- Total civilian death -2,346
- Total arbitrarily detained- 12,633
- Displaced people- >1.2 M
- Population at risk of joblessness-50%
- Population need humanitarian assistance->14 M
- Prevalence of mental health problem among displaced population-30%
- Healthcare workers killed- >30
- Health facility attacked- >128
- Healthcare workers arrested- >286
- Reported number of suicides-44
Nila’s experience of air strike
Nila 21 years old volunteer teacher, witnessed an air strike over the primary school where she worked as a volunteer teacher. She suffers from anxiety and depression. Now she is seeking care via phone from a counselor.
Matt talking about mental health issues in Myanmar
Matt is a counselor who is providing counseling services to Nila.
What can you do for us?
The need for mental health support is extremely high in conflict-affected areas. People are so vulnerable and fragile.
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Coup, armed conflict: impact on mental health
James having PTSD
James having PTSD
Myanmar after the coup
Nila's experience of air strike
Matt talking about mental health issues in Myanmar
Matt talking about mental health issues in Myanmar
What can you do for us?