"Surge of War Trauma Drives Gazans to Seek Urgent Mental Health Support"

Residents of the Gaza Strip are experiencing severe psychological trauma due to ongoing violence, prompting an urgent need for mental health support following a recent truce.

• Since the truce on 10 October, mental health specialists in Gaza City report a surge in requests for support due to overwhelming psychological trauma from Israels military campaign.
• Local health authorities estimate that over 68,000 Palestinians have died in the past two years due to Israeli bombardments, contributing to widespread homelessness and hunger.
• The ongoing social stigma surrounding mental health issues complicates access to necessary support for those affected by the trauma of continuous violence in the Gaza Strip.