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Psychological function in the context of protracted stress during war: a multi-sample, multivariate longitudinal
Yaakov Greenwald1, Dana Katsoty1, Dema Abu-Raya1
1Department of Psychology, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel.
Frontiers in Psychiatry
|May 11, 2026
Summary
This study examines the impact of continuous traumatic stress from the Hamas-Israel war on psychological function, risk, and resilience. Preliminary findings explore war exposure, institutional trust, and well-being in a large, diverse sample.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Public Health
Background:
- Continuous traumatic stress, exemplified by war, significantly impacts life outcomes across multiple domains.
- Understanding the psychological effects of prolonged conflict is crucial for developing effective support strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present the design protocol for a comprehensive, ongoing study on the impact of the Hamas-Israel war on psychological function, risk, and resilience.
- To collect quantitative and qualitative data from diverse samples to analyze the multifaceted effects of continuous war-related stress.
Main Methods:
- A large-scale, multi-sample, mixed-method, longitudinal study involving 16,330 participants.
- Data collection encompasses psychological function, risk, and resilience at various levels of influence and conflict junctures.
- Utilizing both quantitative and qualitative data to provide a comprehensive analysis.
Main Results:
- Showcasing select, preliminary findings related to war exposure, trust in institutions, and individual well-being.
- Analyzing data at different levels of analysis and across diverse samples to identify patterns in psychological responses.
- Identifying key factors influencing risk and resilience in a war-affected population.
Conclusions:
- The study provides a robust framework for understanding responses to continuous traumatic stress in conflict zones.
- Emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary and cross-border collaborations for advancing research in this field.
- Findings contribute to broader knowledge on risk and resilience among populations facing prolonged adversity.
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