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Children exposed to war/terrorism.

Jon A Shaw1

  • 1Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Behavioral Science, Department of Psychiatry (D-29), School of Medicine, University of Miami, Miami, Florida 33101, USA. jshaw@med.miami.edu

Clinical Child and Family Psychology Review
|January 15, 2004
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Children exposed to war traumas show varied psychological responses, including acute and long-term effects. Factors like exposure, family, and individual traits influence these outcomes, highlighting the need for further research into child psychological well-being.

Area of Science:

  • Child Psychology
  • Trauma Studies
  • Global Mental Health

Background:

  • War and terrorism inflict significant psychological stress on children globally.
  • Understanding the diverse impacts on child mental health is crucial for effective interventions.
  • Previous research has identified various psychological morbidities but requires synthesis regarding war-related stressors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the prevalence of psychological morbidities in children exposed to war and terrorism.
  • To categorize war-related casualties and their psychological sequelae.
  • To explore mediators influencing psychological responses to war-related stressors in children.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review synthesizing existing research on psychological responses to war and terrorism in children.

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  • Categorization of psychological responses into immediate and long-term effects.
  • Analysis of specific war-related casualty types and mediating factors.

    • Main Results:

    • Children exhibit a spectrum of psychological morbidities including PTSD, mood disorders, behavioral issues, and somatic symptoms.
    • Psychological responses range from minimal to acute and long-term effects, influenced by exposure dose.
    • Key casualty categories include refugees, bereavement, parental absence, and child soldiers.

    Conclusions:

    • War and terrorism exposure significantly impacts children's psychological health, manifesting in diverse morbidities.
    • Mediating factors such as exposure level, gender, and family support systems play a critical role in shaping responses.
    • Further research is needed to fully understand and address the psychological needs of children affected by war and terrorism.