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Reducing State Anxiety Using Working Memory Maintenance

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War Anxiety: A Review.

Stephen X Zhang^1,2, Lambert Zixin Li³

¹University of Adelaide, 9-30 Nexus10 Tower, 10 Pulteney St, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia. stephen.x.zhang@gmail.com.

Current Psychiatry Reports

|December 31, 2024

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

War-induced anxiety affects diverse populations, including those near conflict zones and aid workers. Early interventions and further research are crucial for mitigating long-term mental health consequences.

Keywords:

Anxiety Armed conflict Crisis Distress Fear War

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Area of Science:

Psychiatry
Global Health
Conflict Studies

Background:

War and armed conflicts significantly impact global mental health.
Recent conflicts, such as the Russia-Ukraine war, have heightened concerns regarding war-induced anxiety.

Purpose of the Study:

To critically evaluate recent literature (2021-2024) on war-induced anxiety.
To update knowledge on prevalence, affected populations, and interventions for war-related anxiety.

Main Methods:

Systematic literature review of studies published between 2021 and 2024.
Focus on research concerning anxiety and fear in populations exposed to armed conflict.

Main Results:

Updated prevalence estimates for anxiety and fear in conflict-affected populations.
Identified diverse affected groups: residents of conflict zones, refugees, combatants, and aid workers.
Highlighted socioeconomic factors influencing anxiety and the potential for long-term, intergenerational effects.
Community and online interventions show promise in reducing anxiety.

Conclusions:

War-induced anxiety is a significant public health issue with far-reaching consequences.
Further research is needed on defining, assessing, and treating war-related anxiety.
Mental health professionals require updated insights to support victims of war and associated stressors.