Gaza families face challenges of autism amid conflict and destruction

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has severely impacted children with autism, as seen in the cases of 16-year-old Ahmed Hatem al-Mahabeel and 19-year-old Muneer al-Haj. Both boys have experienced significant regression in their mental health due to constant shelling, leading to panic attacks and self-harm. Medication shortages further exacerbate their conditions, disrupting essential treatments and leaving families struggling to cope with the trauma and chaos surrounding them.

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