The article highlights the devastating impact of war on children, focusing on the story of Abdelrahman, an 11-year-old boy from Gaza who lost his father and leg due to air strikes. As conflicts displace millions, experts warn of long-lasting trauma affecting mental health and development. The prevalence of child suffering in war zones, with 520 million children affected globally, underscores a growing humanitarian crisis. Personal reflections from the author, who experienced PTSD, emphasize the urgent need for understanding and addressing children’s responses to trauma.
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